Pharmacy Assistant

Day Lewis Pharmacy; Newent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Company discount

Bonus scheme

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Day Lewis Pharmacy in Newent is seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with the Pharmacist and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the pharmacy, ensuring excellent service for our patients.

You will help with dispensing support, counter service, and building relationships with patients and local healthcare organisations. Training and progression toward Pharmacy Technician roles are possible within our supportive team.

Qualifications

• Friendly and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant capable of working with pharmacists
• Willingness to develop skills in community pharmacy
• Commitment to providing excellent patient service

Responsibilities

• Support the dispensary team with the day-to-day running of the pharmacy
• Greet and assist patients at the counter
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients
• Build positive relationships with patients and local healthcare organisations
• Follow company policies and procedures and contribute to a busy team

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Join our Day Lewis Pharmacy Newent team

Location: Day Lewis Pharmacy Newent, 19 Broad Street, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1AQ

Hours: Full-time, working a four-week rota

• Weeks 1 & 4: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm; Thursday, 2:00pm–6:00pm; Saturday, 9:00am–1:00pm
• Weeks 2 & 3:Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break

About the role

Day Lewis Pharmacy is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Newent.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or continue a career in pharmacy. You will work closely with the Pharmacist and wider pharmacy team, supporting the day-to-day running of the pharmacy and providing excellent service to our patients.

Your role will include:

• Supporting the dispensary team with the safe and efficient running of the pharmacy
• Welcoming and assisting patients at the pharmacy counter
• Providing excellent customer service
• Building positive relationships with patients and local healthcare organisations
• Working as part of a busy, friendly and supportive pharmacy team
• Following company policies and procedures
• Developing your knowledge and skills within community pharmacy

Training & development

We want to support your development and future career in pharmacy. Depending on your previous experience, you may complete Pharmacy Assistant training, with opportunities to develop further within the profession.

For those who want to progress, pharmacy can offer a career pathway towards roles such as Pharmacy Technician.

Benefits

As part of the Day Lewis Pharmacy team, benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company discount
• Bonus scheme
• Company Sick Pay after 1 year's service
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave after 2 years' service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme