Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician

Rowlands Pharmacy; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy in Inverness is seeking an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician to join a caring and forward-thinking team. You will participate in the dispensing process, check and prepare medication orders, and ensure accuracy and safety in handling pharmaceuticals while building strong relationships with customers and healthcare professionals.

Requirements include GPhC registration, NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services, and the Final Accuracy Checking qualification.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services and the Final Accuracy Checking qualification are required.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the entire dispensing process.
• Checking and preparing medication orders for accuracy and safety.
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals.
• Delivering courteous and effective customer service at all times.
• Complete and maintain accurate administrative records and manage stock inventory.
• Receive, store and issue medications and other supplies; monitor expiration dates.

Skills

Accuracy Checking

Pharmacy Technician

Customer service

Dispensing

Education

GPhC registration

NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services

Final Accuracy Checking qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated pharmacy professional looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team? Look no further!

Our pharmacy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join us as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career and expanding your skillset.

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities.

Total Working Hours: 40hrs

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday with alternate Saturday working

Rate of Pay: £16.11 + £1

Branch Name: Balloan Park / Grant Street

Branch Address: Unit 2 Balloan Park, Inverness, IV2 4PF

About our company

At Rowlands, we strive for excellence in everything we do, and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our priorities. Our network of over 400 community pharmacies work tirelessly to support the health and well-being of our communities, every day. By providing accessible and comprehensive health services, we strive to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. We take great pride in the positive impact we make in the communities we serve.

What your working day will look like;

• Participating in the entire dispensing process
• Checking and preparing medication orders
• Ensuring accuracy and safety in handling and distributing pharmaceuticals
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals
• Delivering courteous and effective customer service at all times.

In addition to dispensing prescriptions, you'll also have the opportunity to:

• Complete and maintain accurate administrative records
• Manage the inventory of pharmaceutical stock and equipment
• Receive, store and issue medications and other supplies
• Monitor expiration dates and ensure adequate stock levels
• Provide healthcare advice and signposting customers to appropriate resources when necessary.

To be considered for this position, you must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have an NVQ3 and have completed the additional accuracy checking course in Pharmacy Services. If you are unable to provide us with your Certificate for the FINAL ACCURACY CHECKING QUALIFICATION. Your application will be rejected at this stage. Prior experience in a customer-focused environment is also required.