pharmacy dispenser jobs

We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our team. The successful candidate will be trained to accurately dispensing medication and providing advice to customers on the safe use of their medication. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities to work towards:

• Dispense medications accurately and in a timely manner.
• Check prescriptions for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accurate records of all medications dispensed.
• Ensure that all medications are stored correctly and safely.
• Provide advice to customers on the use of medications.
• Keep up to date with current legislation and regulations regarding medication dispensing.
• Keep up to date with new products and services available in the pharmacy.

Duties to include:

• Patient consultations
• Dispensing medicine
• General admin
• Dealing with over the counter and phone enquiries
• Use of the computer and the pharmacy specific software
• Checking off and unpacking orders
• Stock management
• Date checking of stock
• Processing NHS prescriptions

Desired skills

• Good communication skills
• Good customer service skills and organisation skills are necessary as there are many interactions during the normal working day with other staff members, patients, and healthcare professionals

Personal qualities

• Punctual
• Friendly
• Keen to progress
• Must be willing to work as part of a team
• Work hard to achieve the qualification they are working towards
• Willingness to learn

Desired qualifications

GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) would be desirable but not essential as every candidate will be considered on Merit.

Future prospects

Full-time permanent role for the right person. Further potential for other training such as a Level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship.

Training to be provided

Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• GPHC Approved Qualification.
• In-house training

If you feel you would be suitable for this role, please send us your CV and we will process your application

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Salary: £11000.00 per year starting for year 1 then will go up depending on age.

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £11,000.00-£20,250.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sheffield S9 5DH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person