Pharmacy Apprentice: Path to Technician Level 3

Matlock Pharmacy; Brighton; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Matlock Pharmacy in Brighton is seeking an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant to join their small team of qualified professionals. The role offers progression to a higher-level qualification and potential full-time employment after completion of the apprenticeship.

You will dispense medications, assist with dispensing, handle OTC sales and ensure accuracy in prescriptions while embracing health and safety responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or higher (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing medications to patients and assisting with prescriptions.
• Over-the-counter sales of non-prescription medications.
• Check and monitor prescription slips for accuracy.
• Health and safety responsibilities within the shop.
• Stock rotation and label/dose checks.
• Use of patient record systems and smart cards.
• Data entry related to medications.
• Liaise with doctors and health professionals as needed.
• Complete apprenticeship work on time as scheduled.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer care

Non judgemental

Organisation

Patience

Team working

Education

GCSE English (Grade 4)

GCSE Maths (Grade 4)

Job description

Matlock Pharmacy in Brighton is seeking an Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant to join their small team of qualified professionals. The role offers progression to a higher-level qualification and potential full-time employment after completion of the apprenticeship.

You will dispense medications, assist with dispensing, handle OTC sales and ensure accuracy in prescriptions while embracing health and safety responsibilities in a collaborative environment.