BANK - Pharmacy Assistant

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this evolving role, you will be instrumental in dispensing and labelling prescriptions, managing stock, and supporting pharmacy services. With a focus on high-quality patient care, you will work closely with Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, ensuring safe and effective pharmacy operations. This position not only offers the chance to develop your skills through in-house training but also provides a supportive environment where your contributions will make a real difference. If you are hardworking, eager to learn, and thrive under pressure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services is essential for this role.
• GCSE in English and Mathematics Grade C or above is required.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labelling prescriptions for patients.
• Assisting with stock management and carrying out audits.
• Working in pharmacy procurement and distribution.

Skills

Customer focused attitude

Ability to handle stock

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Keen to learn

Teamwork

Education

NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services

GCSE in English and Mathematics Grade C or above

Tools

Prescription tracking system

Automated medicines cabinet

Computer systems for pharmacy orders

Job description

The role of the Pharmacy Assistant is continually developing; therefore the successful applicant will be required to have an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services. This qualification will support the individual to carry out the main duties for this post with additional in-house training. Your personal development needs will be identified through an annual individual performance review.

Main rotational duties include:

1. Dispensing and labelling prescriptions for patients
2. Using the automated medicines cabinet to dispense from ward level
3. Replenishment of stocks for the cabinets
4. Entering data onto computer systems such as pharmacy and ward orders
5. Using the prescription tracking system
6. Dispensing using the robot
7. Assisting with stock management and stock takes
8. Working in pharmacy procurement and distribution (stores)
9. Supplying stock items to wards via a topping up system
10. Carrying out ward storage audits and other associated tasks

Your first rotation will start in pharmacy distribution.

Minimum Requirements:

1. GCSE in English and Mathematics Grade C or above (or equivalent)
2. Keyboard skills
3. Ability to handle stock on a routine basis
4. Experience in dispensing and labelling medicines
5. Customer focused attitude
6. Keen to learn
7. Hardworking and able to work under pressure during busy periods
8. Experience of working or having worked in a pharmacy

A flexible approach to the above duties is required, together with good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prioritise your workload, initiative, and work as part of a team with other healthcare professionals. You should also be able to work independently when necessary and follow instructions.

Successful candidates will support the Pharmacy Technical Managers in delivering high quality, safe, and effective pharmacy services in accordance with the Trust’s values and its promises and standards to patients and colleagues. You will be directed by Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in your daily work.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to take an assessment test at interview.

Candidates should be aware that, regardless of country of origin, their ability to communicate in written and spoken English to the standard required to carry out the post will be assessed during the selection process.

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applicants; therefore, we advise that you complete your application early.