Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant – Callington Road Pharmacy-Apply now

jobs pharmaguidelines; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmacy service provider in the UK is looking for an individual to assist in providing a safe dispensary service. Responsibilities include accurately dispensing prescriptions, managing stock, and maintaining quality assurance. Ideal candidates will have experience in pharmacy operations and be proficient with automated stock systems. This role requires good multitasking abilities and adherence to health guidelines.

Qualifications

• Assist in providing a safe dispensary service under supervision.
• Experience in dispensing prescriptions and dealing with controlled drugs.
• Ability to use pharmacy IT systems for stock control.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions accurately and maintain records as per legislation.
• Assist in quality assurance procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Manage workload effectively and demonstrate multitasking capabilities.

Job description

Overview

Dispensary

Assist in providing a safe dispensary service under supervision, following policies. Dispense prescriptions accurately, referring unusual cases to a Pharmacist. Use pharmacy IT system for precise labels. Dispense controlled drugs, maintaining records per legislation. Dispense clinical trial materials and special items. Dispense compliance aids, addressing nursing staff and patient needs. Undertake manual top-up of medication, stock checks, and expiry date checks. Assist in quality assurance procedures and maintain safe systems of work. Keep the department clean, tidy, and assist in staff training.

Pharmacy Stores

• Assist in safe pharmacy stores and distribution service under supervision.
• Raise and receipt orders, check stock levels, and issue required amounts to wards.
• Receive and put away deliveries, resolving errors with suppliers.
• Issue stock items to wards and clinics, perform stock checks and expiry date checks.
• Deliver urgent items to the dispensary.
• Use pharmacy’s computerized stock control system.

General Duties

• Take responsibility for personal and professional development.
• Foster good relationships with pharmacy and other AWP staff.
• Follow Trust manual handling guidelines.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and documentation.
• Refer drug-related requests to the appropriate Pharmacist.
• Maintain safe systems of work, following department policies and health guidelines.
• Participate in weekend and bank holiday services.
• Manage workload effectively, demonstrate multitasking capabilities, and complete in-house training.

Other Duties

The post holder may perform duties beyond the job description, subject to variations without changing the general character of the role. Significant changes may warrant re-evaluation.