Pharmacy Assistant Ferndown

Meeveem Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Pharmacy Ferndown is seeking a friendly Pharmacy Assistant to join our community-focused team. You will greet customers, support with over-the-counter products, and assist the dispensing team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

We value excellent communication, reliability and teamwork, with a pathway to a recognised pharmacy qualification. No prior pharmacy experience is required as full training will be provided and you will work closely with our pharmacists to deliver high

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work towards a recognised pharmacy qualification.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Reliable team player with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and handle enquiries in a friendly, professional manner.
• Assist with the sale of over-the-counter medicines, offering advice within training.
• Support the dispensing team with prescription processing and stock management.
• Maintain a clean, organised and well-presented pharmacy environment.
• Handle till transactions accurately and manage day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Signpost customers to the appropriate healthcare professional when needed.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Initiative

Reliability

Willingness to train

Education

Pharmacy qualification

Job description

Pharmacy Assistant

Are you looking to build a rewarding career in community pharmacy? Allied Pharmacy in Ferndown is seeking a friendly and reliable Pharmacy Assistant to join our welcoming team. This is a wonderful opportunity to play a key role in supporting patients and helping our pharmacy run smoothly day to day.

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will be one of the first faces our customers see, offering a warm welcome and trusted support with their healthcare needs. You will work closely with our pharmacists and dispensing team to ensure a high standard of service at every step.

Key responsibilities

• Greet customers and handle enquiries in a friendly, professional manner
• Assist with the sale of over-the-counter medicines, offering advice within your training
• Support the dispensing team with prescription processing and stock management
• Maintain a clean, organised and well-presented pharmacy environment
• Handle till transactions accurately and manage day-to-day administrative tasks
• Signpost customers to the appropriate healthcare professional when needed

What we're looking for

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A caring, approachable manner with a genuine interest in helping others
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately
• A reliable team player who can also use their initiative
• Previous pharmacy or retail experience is beneficial, though full training will be provided
• Willingness to work towards a recognised pharmacy qualification if not already held