We are seeking to recruit a new member to join our pharmacy family in our innovative small team of qualified professionals, as an apprentice Pharmacy Assistant. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and progress to higher level qualification such as the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician.
Training course
Pharmacy services assistant
Hours
Monday - Friday, 40 hours. Shifts to be confirmed. Saturday on a rota, day off during week if working Saturday.
40 hours a week
Duration
15 Months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Dispensing of medication to patients
- Over counter sales of non-prescription medication
- Check and monitor prescription slips
- Health & Safety Responsibility
- Rotation of stock
- Use of pharmacy software
- Data Entry relating to medication
- Labelling and Dispensing
- Accuracy and Attention to detail
- Working within a team environment
- Liaison with Doctors surgery and health professionals
- Completion of apprenticeship work on time
Where you’ll work
1-3 ST. MARYS ROAD, SHOREHAM BY SEA, BN43 5ZA
Check your travel to work
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
COREED LIMITED
Your training course
Pharmacy services assistant
Equal to Level 2 (GCSE)
Course contents
· receive and log prescriptions
· assemble prescribed items, undertake an in-process accuracy check and issue prescribed items
· work according to legislative requirements, and organisational policies
· order, receive, maintain and issue pharmaceutical stock
· provide appropriate advice when authorised on supplied medicines and products, their storage and disposal
· work within the parameters of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the pharmacy
· act in accordance with systems and organisational governance
· recognise and act within the pharmacy regulatory, legal and ethical standards
· support the team in the development of others
· maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
· communicate effectively with the public, carers and other health and social care professionals using a range of techniques to determine their needs, and keep information confidential
· handle information (record, report and store information) related to individuals and/or patients in line with local and national policies
· use pharmacy IT systems and other IT resources according to legislative requirements and organisational policies
· demonstrate person centred care and support within a pharmacy setting
· make pharmacy patients and patient safety your first concern
· use judgement and refer service user as appropriate to another member of the team, GP, healthcare worker, manufacturer etc
· maintain the interests of patients and the health of the public
· promote and advocate equality, diversity and inclusion
· promote healthy lifestyles to customers
· work safely within the parameters of your role using Standard Operating Procedures
· apply policies which relate to health and safety at work
· act appropriately in situations to prevent harm to yourself and others
More training information
- Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
- Medicine Counter Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc] (optional)
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
- In-house training
Requirements
Essential qualifications
- GCSE English (Grade 4) essential
- GCSE Maths (Grade 4) essential
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About this company
Greens Pharmacy is your trusted partner in comprehensive healthcare. With a commitment to accessibility and excellence, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals provides tailored solutions, from vaccinations to specialized consultations, ensuring your well-being is prioritised at every step. We strive to empower individuals with knowledge and support, guiding them toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
www.greenspharmacy.uk
Pay: £16,640.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shoreham by Sea BN43 5ZA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
