Opportunity for an Pharmacy Dispenser (approx 28 -35 hrs per week) to join our small team at Chandag Road Pharmacy, Keynsham.
Some pharmacy experience is highly advantageous e.g. medicine counter assistant or level 2 dispensary training or experience.
The role mainly involves week-day shifts within the pharmacy opening hours of 9.00am-6.00pm weekdays & 9am-1pm Saturdays (either regular Saturdays or shared on rota basis).
We are in a position to be flexible for strong candidates looking to work less then 35 hours per week. The successful candidate will have a friendly can-do attitude and will be motivated by helping people mamage their health and working as part of a happy team.
Main purpose of the role:
This role would suit someone looking to start or progress their career in pharmacy in a friendly, customer focused & fast paced environment.
Competitive pay rate based on experience/qualifications.
The pharmacy assistant will work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist and will carry out day to day activities connected with the preparation and supply of medicines and will provide advice to patients on the use of medicines as well as on general health and lifestyle matters.
Primary responsibilities
- To work as part of a team supporting the pharmacy manager in providing excellent customer service & patient care to help grow the pharmacy business.
- To select, label and dispense correct items in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure safe supply to patients;
- To dispense controlled drugs in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure legal compliance;
- To ensure at the point of sale, the safe and correct supply of dispensed items to patients;
- To support pharmacy colleagues and mentor others through the timely completion of training courses;
- To work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall business objectives.
Person specification
- Pharmacy experience or qualifications required e.g. Medicines Counter Assistant course and/or NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or NPA Accredited Dispensing Assistant Course (or equivalent)/ Further training will be provided if necessary.
- Methodical and accurate approach to practical tasks;
- Commitment to continuing professional development and training;
- Trustworthy and understanding of confidentiality issues;
- High level of concentration;
- Strong communication and excellent customer service skills;
- Professional, tactful and friendly attitude;
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines
- Reliable
- Excellent team working skills with a positive "can-do" attitude
- IT literate
- Must be fluent in written & spoken English.
- Ability to pass a DBS criminal record check.
To apply please email your cv to applications@wbpharmacies.com
Keynsham
Somerset
BS31 1PW