Outpatient Pharmacy Assistant — Flexible Hours

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for an Outpatient Pharmacy Assistant. The role supports outpatient dispensing, patient reception, and stock management within a forward‑looking pharmacy team.

Band 2 to Band 3 progression is possible with NVQ Level 2 andCertificate in Pharmacy Service Skills, with flexibility for arrangements. The post offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of medicines management and policies.
• Basic pharmacy qualifications and willingness to train further.

Responsibilities

• Provide dispensing services to the outpatient department and support clinical and commercial activities.
• Serve patients at reception with excellent communication and care.
• Train and supervise other pharmacy staff in the reception area.
• Replenish stock and consumables in outpatient pharmacy and coordinate with main pharmacy.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

IT Skills

Professional attitude

Education

NVQ level 2 / GCSE equivalent

NVQ level 3 / AS or A Levels

Medicines Counter Assistant qualification

Tools

JAC Pharmacy System

Prescription tracking system

Job description

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for an Outpatient Pharmacy Assistant. The role supports outpatient dispensing, patient reception, and stock management within a forward‑looking pharmacy team.

Band 2 to Band 3 progression is possible with NVQ Level 2 andCertificate in Pharmacy Service Skills, with flexibility for arrangements. The post offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) and a commitment to high-quality patient care.