Pharmacy Assistant • Ystrad Mynach Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Thank you for your interest in the position of Pharmacy Assistant
in Ystrad Mynach
with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
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The whole thing should take you less than five minutes.
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1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and why you are interested in this Pharmacy Assistant position? Can you tell us a little about yourself and why you are interested in this Pharmacy Assistant position?
2. What do you understand about the role of a Pharmacy Assistant in a hospital setting? What do you understand about the role of a Pharmacy Assistant in a hospital setting?
3. Can you describe any previous experience you have in a pharmacy or healthcare environment? Can you describe any previous experience you have in a pharmacy or healthcare environment?
4. How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail when carrying out tasks, especially when dispensing medications? How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail when carrying out tasks, especially when dispensing medications?
5. The role involves using computer systems for various pharmacy tasks. Can you share your experience with pharmacy or healthcare software? The role involves using computer systems for various pharmacy tasks. Can you share your experience with pharmacy or healthcare software?
6. Have you ever worked in a team where effective communication was essential? Can you provide an example? Have you ever worked in a team where effective communication was essential? Can you provide an example?
7. Describe a situation where you encountered a challenge in your work. How did you resolve it? Describe a situation where you encountered a challenge in your work. How did you resolve it?
8. This role requires adaptability. Can you give an example of a time when you had to adjust quickly to a change in your work environment or responsibilities? This role requires adaptability. Can you give an example of a time when you had to adjust quickly to a change in your work environment or responsibilities?
9. How would you approach ensuring that patients receive the best service when they interact with the pharmacy? How would you approach ensuring that patients receive the best service when they interact with the pharmacy?
10. Can you explain how you might handle a situation where a patient or member of staff has a complaint about pharmacy services? Can you explain how you might handle a situation where a patient or member of staff has a complaint about pharmacy services?
11. The role includes opportunities for training and development. What specific skills are you looking to develop if you are successful in this position? The role includes opportunities for training and development. What specific skills are you looking to develop if you are successful in this position?
12. How do you keep yourself updated with new developments in the pharmacy field? How do you keep yourself updated with new developments in the pharmacy field?
13. This position highlights the importance of communication. Are you proficient in Welsh or English, and how would you handle communication with a patient who speaks a different language? This position highlights the importance of communication. Are you proficient in Welsh or English, and how would you handle communication with a patient who speaks a different language?
14. How do you perceive the importance of cultural competency in a healthcare setting? How do you perceive the importance of cultural competency in a healthcare setting?
15. What does providing a "high-quality pharmacy service" mean to you, and how do you think you can contribute to achieving this within our team? What does providing a "high-quality pharmacy service" mean to you, and how do you think you can contribute to achieving this within our team?
16. Can you give an example of how you have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in your previous roles? Can you give an example of how you have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in your previous roles?
17. Do you have any questions for us regarding the role or Aneurin Bevan University Health Board? Do you have any questions for us regarding the role or Aneurin Bevan University Health Board?
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Role:Pharmacy AssistantinYstrad Mynach
Interviewed on Sunday 13 April 2025
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nPharmacy Assistant with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in Ystrad Mynach\n\n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Pharmacy team at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. If you are someone with a with a passion for providing an excellent service, we would love you to join our team as a band 3 Pharmacy Assistant. We are looking for an individual who is conscientious and adaptable with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. To be eligible you must be enthusiastic, self-motivated and hardworking and should have a good standard of general education. Accuracy, attention to detail and computer literacy are essential. Development opportunities will be in line with the skills required for the pharmacy assistant role and for the advancement of the service. You will work closely with and be supervised by the senior pharmacy technician, to continue your development in pharmacy services and career progression. Full training will be provided for the successful candidate to complete an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in pharmacy services. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. This is an opportunity to gain experience in all areas of pharmacy and be part of the team working within the pharmacy stores, dispensary and wards. The role includes the following responsibilities: Carrying out the accurate dispensing and distribution of pharmaceuticals to patients, wards, departments, hospitals and clinics served by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Accurate distribution of stock pharmaceuticals, receipt of new stock into the department, the assembly of emergency kits, the preparation of pharmaceuticals and the accurate supply of basic non pharmaceutical information to clients. Use of the pharmacy and other computer systems in order to carry out all tasks in an accurate and efficient manner. Assisting in the delivery of a near patient medicines management service to in-patients admitted to wards on ABUHB, hospital sites. As a conscientious and forward-thinking individual, you will share the responsibility for the delivery of a high-quality pharmacy service. Our patients are our highest priority, and our ambitious and challenging agenda aims for excellence in all that we do. About us You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. "}