Pharmacy Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK; Little London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Little London is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Assistant at Rivers Hospital. The role involves supporting the Pharmacy Manager in pharmacy services, including medication preparation and advice to patients and staff. Candidates should possess strong communication and teamwork skills, and hold an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services. The position offers 25 days leave, a private pension, flexible shifts, and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days leave + bank holidays

Private pension with up to 5% match

Private healthcare

Free training and development

Free parking

Discounted cinema tickets

Qualifications

• Clear and confident communication skills; patient-focused with a warm demeanor.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Proven numeracy and literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Manager and Team Leader in pharmacy services.
• Provide advice to patients and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure accurate dispensing and issuing of prescriptions.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services

GCSE in mathematics and literacy

Job description

Position

Ramsay Health Care’s Rivers Hospital in Sawbridgeworth has a vacancy for a Pharmacy Assistant in the Pharmacy department. Full‑time, 37.5 hours.

Responsibilities

As a key member of the department, you will support the Pharmacy Manager and Team Leader in pharmacy services, including ordering, stock control and preparation of drugs and medicines. You will provide advice to patients and clinical staff on pharmaceutical products, and ensure accurate, legal dispensing and issuing of prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients.

Qualifications & Skills

• Clear and confident communication skills, patient‑focused and warm, considerate, empathetic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Decision‑making ability and initiative.
• Passion to deliver excellent care in a rewarding and emotionally challenging environment.
• Flexible and positive attitude.
• NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
• GCSE level C or above (or equivalent) in mathematics and literacy; proven numeracy/literacy skills to an acceptable level required.

EEO Statement

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Benefits

• 25 days leave + bank holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave options
• Private pension with up to 5% match after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced competitive parental leave policies (launched 2023)
• Private healthcare for you and dependents, including online GP
• Life assurance (death in service)
• Free training and development via the Academy
• Free parking on site for workers where possible
• Subsidised staff restaurant where possible
• Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
• Discounted cinema tickets and Blue Light Card scheme