Pharmacy AssistantinWest SussexinWest SussexPUBLISHED SAT 15 MAR 2025
Flexible part-time hours (18 hours per week), allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary of up to £27,750 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience.
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art hospital with modern facilities and services.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including free gym membership and health assessments.
Engagement in a dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and communication.
Involvement in diverse pharmaceutical tasks, promoting professional growth and skill development.
Convenient location with free onsite parking, making commutes easier.
Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector? Nuffield Health is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant for our Chichester Hospital in beautiful West Sussex. This part-time role, offering flexibility with 18 hours per week, provides the perfect opportunity to balance work and life while contributing to the well-being of our patients. With a competitive salary of up to £27,750 (pro rata), depending on your experience, you’ll be an integral part of a supportive team ensuring our pharmacy operates smoothly.
In this vital position, you’ll utilise your Buttercups or equivalent qualification as you manage stock levels, assist with procurement, and provide essential administrative support. Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor are key, as you’ll collaborate closely with patients and healthcare professionals. We pride ourselves on nurturing a positive work environment where you're encouraged to thrive, with a fantastic benefits package including gym membership, health assessments, and lifestyle discounts. Join us at Nuffield Health and help shape the future of care while pursuing your personal and professional aspirations. Apply today and take the first step toward a fulfilling career!
In this vital position, you’ll utilise your Buttercups or equivalent qualification as you manage stock levels, assist with procurement, and provide essential administrative support. Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor are key, as you’ll collaborate closely with patients and healthcare professionals. We pride ourselves on nurturing a positive work environment where you're encouraged to thrive, with a fantastic benefits package including gym membership, health assessments, and lifestyle discounts. Join us at Nuffield Health and help shape the future of care while pursuing your personal and professional aspirations. Apply today and take the first step toward a fulfilling career!
Flexible part-time hours (18 hours per week), allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary of up to £27,750 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience.
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art hospital with modern facilities and services.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including free gym membership and health assessments.
Engagement in a dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and communication.
Involvement in diverse pharmaceutical tasks, promoting professional growth and skill development.
Convenient location with free onsite parking, making commutes easier.
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Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacist
Chichester Hospital | Pharmacy | Permanent contract | Part time
Up to £27,750 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience
18 hours per week
The job is for 18 hours per week - hours can be flexible to meet the needs of the service and the individual but will include Saturday working on a rota basis.
As a Pharmacy Assistant at our Chichester Hospital, you will hold a Buttercups (or equivalent) qualification in Pharmacy Services, and you’ll have proven post-qualification experience. It is also important that you have excellent communication and people skills, as you’ll be working closely with our patients and a variety of clinical staff. You will also have good computer skills.
As a Pharmacy Assistant You Will
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you.
Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital.
Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres, a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments.
Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology.
Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.
If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.
It starts with you.
Location
Chichester - West Sussex
Contract type
Permanent
Reference
JR0
Apply
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacist
Chichester Hospital | Pharmacy | Permanent contract | Part time
Up to £27,750 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience
18 hours per week
The job is for 18 hours per week - hours can be flexible to meet the needs of the service and the individual but will include Saturday working on a rota basis.
As a Pharmacy Assistant at our Chichester Hospital, you will hold a Buttercups (or equivalent) qualification in Pharmacy Services, and you’ll have proven post-qualification experience. It is also important that you have excellent communication and people skills, as you’ll be working closely with our patients and a variety of clinical staff. You will also have good computer skills.
As a Pharmacy Assistant You Will
- Monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department and maintain appropriate stock levels
- Assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
- Monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups
- Participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
- Help with general dispensing as required
- Provide general administrative support to the department
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you.
Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital.
Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres, a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments.
Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology.
Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.
If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.
It starts with you.
Location
Chichester - West Sussex
Contract type
Permanent
Reference
JR0
Apply
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To work as a Pharmacy Assistant in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, knowledge, and personal attributes. Here are some of the key skills and qualifications that can help you succeed in this role:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for interacting with customers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Customer Service Skills: A friendly and helpful attitude is important for providing excellent service to patients and customers, as well as addressing their needs and queries.
3. Attention to Detail: Since accuracy is vital in dispensing medications and managing prescriptions, having a high level of detail orientation is necessary.
4. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and keep the pharmacy organized is essential for efficiency.
5. Basic Mathematical Skills: A good understanding of basic mathematics is important for measuring dosages and handling prescriptions accurately.
6. Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a team with pharmacists and other pharmacy staff to ensure smooth operations.
7. Computer Skills: Proficiency in using pharmacy management systems and general computer software for record-keeping and inventory management.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address issues that may arise during the dispensing process and provide solutions effectively.
Knowledge:
1. Pharmaceutical Terminology: Familiarity with medication names, dosages, and uses, as well as basic knowledge of pharmacy operations.
2. Health and Safety Regulations: Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and protocols, including those related to handling medications.
3. Customer Privacy: Awareness of confidentiality and data protection laws related to patient information.
Qualifications:
1. Educational Background: While formal qualifications might not always be required, a minimum of GCSEs in subjects like English and Mathematics is often preferred.
2. Training Programs: Completing a pharmacy assistant training course or an apprenticeship can enhance your prospects. Some employers may offer on-the-job training.
3. Experience: Prior experience in a healthcare or customer service setting can be beneficial but is not always mandatory.
Personal Attributes:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Being understanding and considerate toward patients who may be dealing with health issues.
2. Integrity: Maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality in handling patient information.
3. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to various situations and changes in a fast-paced environment.
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