Pharmacy Support Administrator

TN United Kingdom; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a passionate Prescription Management Administrator to support pharmacy operations. This role involves managing prescriptions, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with pharmacy teams. The position offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and employee benefits while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 remote GP access

Refer-a-friend scheme

Uniform provided

Kit bags for Homecare Nurses

Perks and benefits via Perkbox

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Desirable: 1 year experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Previous admin experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Prescription Management Operations.
• Assist in the supply of medication safely and efficiently.
• Manage prescriptions and patient data entry.

Skills

Confident in providing accurate, technical knowledge regarding medication supply

Able to build strong, collaborative relationships with the pharmacy team

Responsive to communications from hospitals, patients, and internal staff

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Job description

We are looking for a Prescription Management Administrator to join our department on a full-time, permanent basis.

If you are a passionate and caring individual seeking a role with a meaningful mission, where you can help make a difference in patients' lives, then this is the opportunity for you!

Main Responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Prescription Management Operations in managing prescriptions, patient data entry, and pharmacy communications.
• Assist in the supply of medication safely, effectively, and efficiently, following regulations and SOPs.
• Follow and promote relevant SOPs and company policies.
• Scan documents into management systems or databases.
• Ensure patient data is accurately entered into systems.
• Respond professionally to correspondence with patients and clients.
• Maintain documentation filing systems.
• Label and dispense prescriptions timely while ensuring confidentiality and data protection.
• Collaborate with the Prescription Management and dispensing teams to ensure accurate data processing and efficient pharmacy operations.
• Read and comply with communications from head office and other relevant parties.
• Perform any reasonable requests from appropriate personnel.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by providing suggestions.
• Support other departments as needed.

Hours

Monday to Friday on an 11-week rotating schedule:

• 7am - 3.30pm
• 8am - 4.30pm
• 9.30am - 6pm
• 10.30am - 7pm
• 8am - 5pm
• 9am - 6pm

Experience and Skills

• Desirable: 1 year experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Previous admin experience preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

Desirable: 1 year experience in a pharmacy setting.

Personal Skills & Qualities

• Confident in providing accurate, technical knowledge regarding medication supply.
• Able to build strong, collaborative relationships with the pharmacy team.
• Responsive to communications from hospitals, patients, and internal staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 remote GP access
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Uniform provided
• Kit bags for Homecare Nurses
• Perks and benefits via Perkbox
• Long service awards

If interested in joining a company that truly values patients, please apply through our careers page. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.