25/09DISPFMT - Dispensary Assistant

Mckeeversdirect; Fivemiletown; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Level 2 Dispensing Qualification

Company pension

Staff discount instore

Free Uniforms

Job summary

McKeevers Chemists in Fivemiletown is seeking a friendly Dispensary Assistant to join our community pharmacy team. You will assist in dispensing medications, filing prescriptions, and preparing labels using IT systems.

We value excellent communication, attention to detail, and a can-do attitude. Saturday work is possible depending on the branch rota. Training opportunities include a Level 2 Dispensing Qualification; we offer a pension, staff discount, and free uniforms.

Qualifications

• Team player with strong communication and empathy.
• Attention to detail is essential for accurate dispensing.
• Flexible team member who can adapt to changing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing medications with precision and care, filing prescriptions, and preparing labels using IT systems.
• Provide excellent customer service and inform customers about health products, OTC medicines, and services offered by the pharmacy.
• Handle telephone enquiries and refer complex queries to the pharmacist when needed.
• Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure a smooth workflow and maintain an orderly dispensary.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, rotation of goods, and till handling.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 Dispensing Qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Dispensary Assistant! Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding role in a community pharmacy? At McKeevers Chemists, Fivemiletown, we're looking for a friendly, motivated and customer-focused Dispensary Assistant to join our team. Every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our patients while working as part of a supportive and professional team. Location: Fivemiletown. Positions Available: Full-time and Part-time.

Why McKeevers Chemists?

• Prescribing Positivity: Be part of a pharmacy that believes in the power of positive healthcare experiences.
• Team Collaboration: Join a supportive team where your contribution is celebrated, and collaboration is key.
• Community Impact: Be part of a pharmacy deeply rooted in the community, where your work directly impacts the well-being of our neighbours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in dispensing medications with precision and care- accepting prescriptions for filing, gathering and processing labels using IT systems
• Customer Care: Provide top-notch service, creating a welcoming environment for our valued customers- informing customers on all health and associated products including over the counter medication, minor ailments and services offered by the Pharmacy.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support- Handling telephone enquiries and giving advice while referring callers to the pharmacist when necessary.
• Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure a seamless workflow
• Maintain a clean and organised dispensary environment- operating efficient stock control to include ordering and rotation of goods.
• Till operation and money handling.

What We're Looking For:

• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, can-do attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills.
• Flexibility to work Saturdays in line with the branch rota.
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential if you are willing to learn and are passionate about ongoing learning and development.

What we Offer:

• Supported training and development, including the opportunity to achieve a Level 2 Dispensing Qualification.
• Company pension
• Staff discount instore
• Free Uniforms upon joining
• Supportive and friendly team environment

Don't miss this chance to be an integral part of the McKeevers Chemists team, helping us deliver exceptional care and service to our local community!

*McKeevers Chemists is an Equal Opportunities Employer*