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Multisite Pharmacy Assistant

Rowlands Pharmacy
Pontefract
5 months ago
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Job Title: Multisite Pharmacy Assistant
Total Working Hours: 40.0
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
Rate of Pay: £12.63 + £1 supplement
Location: Across West, North Yorkshire area
Rowlands Pharmacy are currently looking for an experienced NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services to work as a Pharmacy Assistant in the Salford Royal Hospital. Rowlands Pharmacy is the UK’s longest established chain of community pharmacies, with a proud history dating back to 1810. As part of the PHOENIX Group, the largest healthcare company across Europe, we operate across the UK. We are dedicated to making healthcare accessible and convenient for everyone.
Responsibilities Provide courteous and effective service to all customers and patients.
Assist in all dispensing activities under the supervision of a pharmacist.
Adhere to company SOPs, Information Governance, policies, and procedures.
Develop positive working relationships with healthcare professionals.
Assist in the sale of medicines and other merchandise.
Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the branch.
Manage pharmaceutical/OTC stock and equipment effectively.
Implement company security procedures, especially for controlled drugs and cash handling.
Experience and Qualifications NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent course (Buttercups).
Previous experience in a customer-focused environment.
Understanding of confidentiality and accurate handling of medicines.
Self-motivation, initiative, good interpersonal skills, ability to prioritise workload, and work to deadlines.
Package 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (Increasing to 30 days with length of service).
Company pension scheme.
Market leading employee discount programme across hundreds of retailers and services.
Access to MediCash, allowing you to reclaim money on a wide range of medical services.
Cutting-edge finance management app to control your salary as you see fit.
Annual Christmas bonus.
Contact Details Rowlands Pharmacy
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Contact: Karl Rowlands
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