Dispensing Assistant inNewport inNewport PUBLISHED 8 DEC 2023

Depending on experience from £11.44 per hour depending on experience  PERMANENT 

As a Dispensing Assistant, you will support the pharmacy team by preparing and dispensing medications accurately under supervision. Key responsibilities include processing prescriptions, ensuring stock management, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to pharmacy regulations. The role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety.


Key Responsibilities
:

  • Dispense medications following prescriptions.
  • Assist with stock control and inventory.
  • Respond to customer queries and provide support.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and health safety standards.

Join our dynamic pharmacy team as a Dispensing Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in supporting our pharmacists by preparing and dispensing prescriptions, assisting customers with their medication needs, and providing top-notch service. You'll be the friendly face helping patients manage their health with accuracy and care, ensuring they leave our pharmacy feeling supported and confident.


Why Work With Us:


  • Exciting Opportunities for Growth:
    We invest in your development through training and certification programs.

  • Supportive Environment:
    Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and friendly team that values your contribution.

  • Make a Difference:
    Every day, you'll help improve the lives of your community with personalised care.

If you're passionate about healthcare and thrive in a customer-focused environment, we'd love to have you on board!


  1. Dispensing Medication:
    Accurately prepare, label, and dispense prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.


  2. Customer Service:
    Provide exceptional service by assisting customers with queries about prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and healthcare advice, ensuring they feel supported and informed.


  3. Prescription Management:
    Process and maintain prescriptions, ensuring all relevant legal and safety requirements are met. This includes checking for accuracy, and assisting with repeat prescriptions.


  4. Stock Control:
    Assist in managing stock levels, including checking inventory, placing orders, and receiving deliveries to ensure the pharmacy is well-stocked.


  5. Administrative Support:
    Help with administrative tasks such as keeping records, handling cash transactions, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the dispensary area.


  6. Compliance and Safety:
    Adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure the safe and effective dispensing of medication, including understanding how to manage controlled drugs.


  7. Collaboration:
    Work closely with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and team members to ensure efficient pharmacy operations and provide seamless customer care.

By ensuring accuracy, customer care, and compliance, the dispensing assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining the pharmacys professional standards and supporting the health of the community.

As a Dispensing Assistant, you will support the pharmacy team by preparing and dispensing medications accurately under supervision. Key responsibilities include processing prescriptions, ensuring stock management, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to pharmacy regulations. The role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety.


Key Responsibilities
:

  • Dispense medications following prescriptions.
  • Assist with stock control and inventory.
  • Respond to customer queries and provide support.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and health safety standards.

Join our dynamic pharmacy team as a Dispensing Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in supporting our pharmacists by preparing and dispensing prescriptions, assisting customers with their medication needs, and providing top-notch service. You'll be the friendly face helping patients manage their health with accuracy and care, ensuring they leave our pharmacy feeling supported and confident.


Why Work With Us:


  • Exciting Opportunities for Growth:
    We invest in your development through training and certification programs.

  • Supportive Environment:
    Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and friendly team that values your contribution.

  • Make a Difference:
    Every day, you'll help improve the lives of your community with personalised care.

If you're passionate about healthcare and thrive in a customer-focused environment, we'd love to have you on board!


  1. Dispensing Medication:
    Accurately prepare, label, and dispense prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.


  2. Customer Service:
    Provide exceptional service by assisting customers with queries about prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and healthcare advice, ensuring they feel supported and informed.


  3. Prescription Management:
    Process and maintain prescriptions, ensuring all relevant legal and safety requirements are met. This includes checking for accuracy, and assisting with repeat prescriptions.


  4. Stock Control:
    Assist in managing stock levels, including checking inventory, placing orders, and receiving deliveries to ensure the pharmacy is well-stocked.


  5. Administrative Support:
    Help with administrative tasks such as keeping records, handling cash transactions, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the dispensary area.


  6. Compliance and Safety:
    Adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure the safe and effective dispensing of medication, including understanding how to manage controlled drugs.


  7. Collaboration:
    Work closely with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and team members to ensure efficient pharmacy operations and provide seamless customer care.

By ensuring accuracy, customer care, and compliance, the dispensing assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining the pharmacys professional standards and supporting the health of the community.



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