Pharmacy Assistant

Medacs Healthcare - Middle East; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking a Pharmacy Dispenser Assistant (Band 3) for a locum position in Grays. This role involves labelling and dispensing medications, providing dosage advice, and collaborating with medical staff to support patient care. Ideal candidates will have experience in healthcare settings and the right to work in the UK. Competitive pay rates and access to various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Access to mental health support

Comprehensive compliance support

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Full UK right to work.

Responsibilities

• Work across various wards, checking prescriptions for individual patients.
• Provide advice on medication dosage and participate in ward rounds.
• Discuss treatments with patients and medical staff.

Skills

Labelling and dispensing

Medication dosage advice

Patient interaction

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Pharmacy Dispenser Assistant (Band 3)

Location: Grays, RM16 3EU

Band: Band 3

Contract Type: Locum

Salary: £12 - £15 per hour

About You

Are you a Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3) seeking a locum position? Medacs Healthcare has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our NHS client in Grays, who is competent in labelling and dispensing, to support them in providing the highest levels of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Work across various wards, checking prescriptions, ensuring their appropriateness and safety for individual patients.
• Provide advice on medication dosage and form, participate in ward rounds, and collaborate with medical staff.
• Discus treatments with patients, their relatives, community pharmacists, and GPs is also part of the role.

Essential Qualifications

We are looking for an experienced and highly Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3) with:

• Previous experience working in inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Full UK right to work.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate: £12 - £15 per hour.
• Access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts with the ability to block book shifts in advance.
• Comprehensive compliance support.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities.

Why Choose Us

We are a friendly and approachable team committed to finding you locum roles to ensure you enjoy both your work life and your home life. We offer 24/7 support for all our clinicians - we are always here when you need us most.

If you are looking for a locum Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3) role apply today.

How To Apply

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.