Pharmacy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Reading, United Kingdom Healthxchange Full time

Pharmacy Assistant

Location: Reading

Reporting to: Pharmacy Manager

Work hours: Monday to Friday 42.5 hours. Full time only.

About Us:

Founded in 2000 Healthxchange are the leading supplier of aesthetic medical products and devices to medical professionals within the UK. As a winner of the Aesthetic Awards for serval years running we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and our customer service.

About the role:

We are seeking a reliable and detailoriented Pharmacy Assistant to join our pharmacy team. As a Pharmacy Assistant you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient handling storage and distribution of aesthetic and pharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate should be organized have a strong attention to detail and be capable of working in a compliant process driven environment.

Requirements (essential)

  • Previous experience in a pharmacy or warehouse or similar role is preferred.
  • Familiarity with inventory management systems.
  • Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy loads.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Adherence to health and safety guidelines.
  • Secondary school examinations or equivalent.

Desirable requirements:

  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical products and storage requirements is an asset
  • NVQ 2 Qualified
  • Familiarity with Human Medicines Regulations 2012 and EU GDP Guidelines (2013/C 343/01)

Responsibilities:

  • Receive inspect and verify incoming product shipments.
  • Ensure all items match the accompanying documentation.
  • Report any discrepancies or damages to the relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Safely and securely store pharmaceutical products in designated areas.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records using computerized systems.
  • Monitor expiration dates and ensure proper rotation of stock.
  • Accurately pick and pack orders for delivery to various locations.
  • Prepare pharmaceutical products for shipment in compliance with regulations.
  • Conduct regular quality checks on stored and shipped products.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain product integrity.
  • Adhere to all health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Follow proper procedures for handling hazardous materials.
  • Work closely with other team members to coordinate workflow.
  • Communicate effectively with pharmacists delivery personnel and other relevant stakeholders.

Benefits

Company pension annual bonus 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (and increasing with service) staff discount staff social events access to Health Assured EAP.

Healthxchange is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status marital status or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on merit qualifications and business needs.


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