Pharmacy Assistant

Phoenix UK Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospital pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant in Greater London to join their team. The successful candidate must have an NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services along with an MCA qualification. Responsibilities include dispensing medication on outpatient prescriptions and managing stock. Ideal candidates possess strong interpersonal skills and understanding of confidentiality. This is a full-time position with a Monday to Friday working pattern, requiring 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent course required.
• MCA qualification essential for the role.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medication on outpatient prescriptions.
• Manage stock ordering and invoicing.
• Participate in branch processes and customer relations.

Skills

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of confidentiality

Ability to prioritise workload

Teamwork

Education

NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

MCA Qualification

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? Have you considered working in a hospital outpatient pharmacy?

Rowlands Pharmacy are currently looking for an experienced NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services to work as a Pharmacy Assistant in the Charing Cross hospital pharmacy.

You will participate in all branch processes and establish relationships with customers, patients, healthcare professionals and Trust colleagues. Duties

will include dispensing medication on outpatient prescriptions, stock ordering and management, invoicing and financing deliveries, as well as all other duties associated with working in a busy outpatient pharmacy.

To be considered for this role, you must have an NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent course, as well as a Medicine Counter Assistant (MCA) qualification. Evidence of qualifications held will be required for the successful candidate.

Additionally, we are looking for candidates with experience working in a customer-focused environment, a strong understanding of confidentiality, and the ability to handle medications accurately.

Essential:

• Able to demonstrate self-motivation with good interpersonal skills
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team

The hours & Working Pattern of the role are:

Total Hours Contracted 40 hours

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday