Pharmacy Retail Counter Assistant

Styvechale Pharmacy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy in Coventry is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to enhance its healthcare services. The ideal candidate will assist with medicine sales, manage inventory, and provide exemplary customer service to patients and healthcare professionals. Training will be provided, making this position appealing for those with or without prior pharmacy experience. Candidates should be detail-oriented and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a pharmacy counter assistant preferred but not essential. Training will be given.
• Knowledge of medication administration and patient care.
• Familiarity with pharmacy software systems and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Able to serve on pharmacy counter and conduct medicine sales professionally.
• Assist customers with healthcare queries and sales of medicines.
• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies.
• Process prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Answer phone calls and address inquiries or concerns.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Able to serve on pharmacy counter and conduct medicine sales professionally
• Assist customers with healthcare queries and sales of medicines
• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies
• Process prescription orders accurately and efficiently
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals
• Answer phone calls and address inquiries or concerns
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and record keeping
• Be open to learning new services and online training

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a pharmacy counter assistant preferred but not essential. Training will be given
• Knowledge of medication administration and patient care
• Familiarity with pharmacy software systems and inventory management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling medications and stock
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the pharmacy team in delivering quality healthcare services to our patients. You will have the opportunity to work closely with pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and patients, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications.