Dispensary Assistant in Stockport inStockport PUBLISHED TUE 8 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
We are looking for a Full Time Dispensary Assistant to join our team in The Village Green pharmacy, High Lane, in Stockport.
The hours of this position will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
The Role Will Include
There will be the opportunity to take part in our excellent training and development programme, so that you are confident in providing expert advice on our medicines, professional services and general healthcare.
The hours of this position will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
The Role Will Include
- Carry out dispensing duties under the supervision of the Pharmacist manager
- Ensure all prescriptions are dispensed accurately and in a timely manner
- Respond appropriately to customer needs, politely and efficiently, by asking appropriate questions, following the Standard Operating Procedures for Sale of Medicines and Supporting Self-care.
- To maintain the pharmacy to a high standard.
- To monitor stock levels and adapt orders appropriately.
- Be qualified to NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services
- Have previous community pharmacy or retail experience
- Be willing to undertake the relevant training in Pharmacy Services if necessary
- Be able to deliver excellent customer service and work as part of a team
There will be the opportunity to take part in our excellent training and development programme, so that you are confident in providing expert advice on our medicines, professional services and general healthcare.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
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To work as a Dispensary Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of skills and qualifications. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically required:
1. Communication Skills: You need to communicate effectively with customers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. This includes the ability to explain medication instructions clearly.
2. Attention to Detail: Dispensary Assistants must accurately process prescriptions and ensure that medications are dispensed correctly. Attention to detail is essential to avoid potential mistakes.
3. Customer Service Skills: Interacting with patients and customers in a friendly and helpful manner is crucial, as you may be the first point of contact for individuals seeking advice or assistance.
4. Basic Mathematical Skills: You will need to perform calculations while measuring ingredients or when dealing with prescriptions.
5. Organizational Skills: A good ability to organize tasks and manage time effectively is important in a busy dispensary environment.
6. Teamwork: Working well with pharmacists and other healthcare staff is vital for smooth operations in the dispensary.
7. Technical Skills: Familiarity with pharmacy dispensing systems and computer software is beneficial. You may also need to operate various types of pharmacy equipment.
8. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding pharmacy laws, regulations, and ethical standards is critical in ensuring compliance and maintaining patient safety.
9. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and support patients' needs can significantly enhance the service provided, especially in a healthcare setting.
10. Knowledge of Medications: A basic understanding of pharmaceuticals, including drug names, uses, and side effects, is advantageous. Many roles will require or benefit from formal training in pharmacy practice.
Qualifications:
- Certification or Training: While not always mandatory, having a relevant qualification (such as a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills) can improve your job prospects. Some employers may also provide on-the-job training.
- Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare or retail setting can be beneficial.
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