Pharmacy Technician

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage during apprenticeship

Future employment potential

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. You will support safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while training with pharmacists and the healthcare team.

This apprenticeship provides hands-on experience, earning a wage and gaining industry-specific competence. On completion you may register with the GPhC and move to a qualified technician role.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours.
• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent in Maths and English desired but not essential; course may provide them.

Responsibilities

• Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately.
• Providing person-centred advice to patients on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, referring to healthcare professionals where appropriate.
• Supporting day-to-day running of the pharmacy, including business processes, stock control and clinical governance.
• Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role.
• Maintaining high standards through auditing, evaluating services and responding to feedback.
• Assisting with training and mentoring new members of staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Patient-focused

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Maths & English (desired)

Job description

As a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you will support the safe, effective and lawful supply of medicines while working closely with pharmacists and the wider healthcare team. We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join a busy pharmacy team. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress within pharmacy and develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

Managing, ordering, receiving and supplying medicines and pharmaceutical products safely and accurately Providing person-centred advice to patients on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, referring to healthcare professionals where appropriate Supporting the day-to-day running of the pharmacy, including business processes, stock control and clinical governance Supervising and supporting pharmacy support staff as you progress in the role Assisting with training and mentoring new members of staff Maintaining high standards through auditing, evaluating services and responding to feedback Apprenticeship & qualification: Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship (equivalent to A-level) On successful completion, you will be eligible to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Willingness to commit to the full length of the apprenticeship and working hours, GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 or equivalent, in Maths and English desired but not essential as can be provided as part of the course. For applicants without Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent qualifications, employment will be offered on condition of completing initial Maths and English tests to determine suitability for the course. Personal Qualities Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Skills Required

• A keen interest in pharmacy and healthcare.
• Previous experience in the pharmacy industry or similar.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• The willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Training to be Provided Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Level 3 Future Prospects An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship. Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work. Apprenticeship Duration