Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant "the Robot Room"

About the role

Job Title: Pharmacy Automation Technician 💊

Are you ready to be a key player in our fast-paced pharmacy environment? We're looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team and help us deliver top-notch medication services to our patients. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on accuracy and wants to make a real impact. ✨

What you'll be doing:

• Processing patient medication files from our five pharmacy branches 📂
• Analyzing prescriptions and identifying medications for manual dispensing 🧐
• Selecting and dispensing external medications into the correct trays and time slots ⏰
• Using barcode scanning systems to ensure accurate medication selection ✅
• Operating the SynMed XF MDS dispensing robot and loading patient trays 🤖
• Monitoring the robot's production process and responding to alerts or errors (like low stock or dispensing issues) 🚨
• Replenishing medication within the robot following strict procedures and barcode checks 💯
• Checking completed MDS trays for accuracy in dispensed medications and slot placement 🕵️‍♀️
• Verifying tablet appearance and descriptions, noting differences between manufacturers or brands 💡
• Preparing and applying patient-specific MDS cards and seals 🏷️
• Identifying and resolving dispensing and labelling errors or escalating them as needed 🚀
• Preparing completed trays for the pharmacist's final accuracy and clinical check 🤝
• Ordering stock for both the Robot Room and external medication needs 🛒
• Monitoring stock levels, identifying fast-moving items, and ensuring adequate supply 📦
• Receiving deliveries and correctly storing medications 🚚
• Utilizing the pharmacy's PMR and stock/order systems as needed 💻
• Working strictly in accordance with pharmacy procedures, legal requirements, and patient-safety standards 🛡️

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical automation and contribute to patient well-being. If you're a team player with a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply! 🙌

Key responsibilities

• Processing and preparing patient medication files.
• Operating and monitoring dispensing robots.
• Dispensing and checking medication accuracy.
• Managing and replenishing medication stock.
• Adhering to pharmacy procedures and safety standards.

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4))