Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant (level 2)

About the role

Dispensing Assistant 💊 | Be the go-to for our patients!

Are you ready to dive into the fast-paced world of healthcare support? We're on the hunt for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Dispensing Assistants. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real difference to people's lives. 💪

What you'll be doing:

• Customer Service Rockstar: Confidently handle patient queries and provide top-notch support. Your friendly vibe will make all the difference! 👋
• Prescription Pro: Collect prescription charges, and be the expert in checking patient exemption statements. 🧾
• Stock Management Guru: Keep our dispensary stocked and running smoothly. Your keen eye will ensure patients get their medications without delay and minimize waste. 📦
• Storage Sensation: Ensure drugs and dressings are received and stored perfectly, following all the right instructions. 🌡️ Special attention to refrigerated items and keeping those temperature logs spot-on! 🥶
• Equipment Excellence: Keep all our dispensing equipment clean and in tip-top condition. ✨
• Record Keeper Extraordinaire: Maintain accurate and detailed records of all dispensing transactions using our computer system. 💻
• Dispensing Whiz: Assist with dispensing and checking prescriptions under the supervision of a qualified dispenser. You'll be learning from the best! 🧑‍⚕️
• Order Ace: Take orders for repeat prescriptions and handle queries from district nurses and support staff. 📞
• Controlled Drugs Champion: Handle controlled drugs with the utmost care and maintain the official register. 🔒
• Till Operator Extraordinaire: Manage prescription money and balance the till like a pro. 💰
• Team Player: Pitch in to help meet dispensing targets and assist with stock checks. 🤝

If you're organised, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you! Apply now and start your journey with us. 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Handling customer and patient queries.
• Dispensing and checking prescriptions under supervision.
• Operating efficient stock control and storage.
• Maintaining full and accurate dispensing records.
• Collecting prescription charges and managing till operations.

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4/C or above), Maths (grade 4/C or above))