Medicine Counter Assistants/trainee Dispensing

6 months ago


Rochdale, United Kingdom Drugmart Pharmacy Full time

To work alongside pharmacy technicians and under the supervision of the Responsible Pharmacist to ensure the safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to patients.
- To provide medicines-related and healthy lifestyle advice to patients as well as assisting in the smooth operation of the pharmacy.
- Reports to: Line Manager’s Position/Owner / DrugMart Ltd
- To be working towards or have completed an accredited NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) Dispensing Assistant training course under the guidance of the pharmacist.
- To select, label and dispense pharmaceutical products in accordance with a prescription by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and complying with all legal requirements.
- To ensure the safe and correct transfer of dispensed items to patients.
- To accurately maintain Patient Medication Records (PMR) to ensure patient safety and in accordance with data protection requirements.
- To identify medicine related problems or queries and bring these to the attention of the pharmacist.
- To answer queries on the supply and availability of medicines, where it is within your competence.
- To receive stock in accordance with SOPs.
- To ensure the safe and appropriate storage of medicines.
- To assist with stock control and the maintenance of reasonable stock levels within the pharmacy environment.
- To liaise with other healthcare professionals to assist in the continuity of patient care across primary and secondary care
- To assist with service provision to care homes including the preparation of Monitored Dosage Systems.
- To respond to symptoms described by customers by following agreed protocols and using own knowledge and judgement.
- To select and recommend suitable products and provide advice on their correct use.
- To provide advice on leading a healthy lifestyle.
- To refer to the pharmacist when appropriate.
- To assist with the engagement of patients onto advanced services such as flu vaccination and NMS.
- To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of medicines and minor ailments by reading journals, product information and training resources.
- To assist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients by carrying out reasonable duties as determined by needs of the business.

Personal specification:

- To be working towards or have completed an accredited NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) Dispensing Assistant training course under the guidance of the pharmacist.
- Good attention to detail and high levels of concentration.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent team working skills.
- Good level of IT literacy and numeracy
- A warm and friendly but professional attitude towards customers.
- An ability to respond to medical queries in a sensitive and professional manner.
- Experience of working in a retail environment (desirable).
- Experience of handling money and maintaining finance records

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Rochdale: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person


  • Pharmacy Dispenser

    6 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Allcures Plc Full time

    **Post** Pharmacy Dispenser - 27 Hours **Reports to** Pharmacist **Hourly Rate** £11.44 **Hours ** shift rota over 3 days per week **Main purpose of the role** The pharmacy dispenser will work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist and will carry out day to day activities connected with the preparation and supply of medicines and will provide...

  • Pharmacy Dispenser

    6 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Avicenna Full time

    **LOCATION**: Oldham Road Pharmacy 497 Oldham Road Rochdale, Lancashire OL16 4TF 26 HOURS PER WEEK **Are you considering taking your Pharmacy Dispensing Qualification to the next level?** **Do you have the ability to build meaningful relationships with customers?** We would like to present you with the opportunity to develop your pharmacy career and...


  • Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Clinical Pharmacist OpportunitiesCircle Health Group is a leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics. We are currently seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at The Highfield Hospital in Rochdale.About the Role:As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective...

  • Pharmacy Dispenser

    6 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Ascent Healthcare Full time

    **Pro script experience is an advantage.** Main responsibilities: - Dispense prescription medication and pharmaceutical products to patients - Prepare prescriptions by counting pills, labelling bottles and compounding medications - Carry out administrative duties to ensure the smooth running of the pharmacy - Prepare dossette boxes for various patients -...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Trainee Optical Assistant** **Rochdale, Greater Manchester** **£10.62 an hour** **24-32 hours a week (Weekend work is essential)** **Free glasses, discounts on hearcare, extra day off for your birthday, discounts on high-street retailers** **Training provided** Have you ever considered a career in optics, are you passionate about retail and offering...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Trainee Optical Retailer** **Location: Rochdale, Greater London** **Salary: Depending on experience** **Hours: Full time - Weekend work is essential** **Training provided - Full training will be provided** Have you ever considered a career in optics, are you passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Here is your opportunity to...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Trainee Optical Assistant** **Rochdale, Greater Manchester** **£10.62 an hour depending on experience** **24-32 hours a week (Weekend work is essential)** **Free annual pair of glasses, with a generous friends and family discount** **Training provided** Have you ever considered a career in optics, are you passionate about retail and offering the...


  • Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Career Opportunity at Circle Health GroupThe Highfield Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical expertise and input into patient care,...

  • Optical Assistant

    7 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Optical Assistant** **3 - 4 days a week - weekend working essential** **£10.62 an hour - depending on experience - earning more, the more you learn!** **£2.70 per day for parking, lots of progression and further support available.** **Annual free pair of glasses, and generous family and friends discount** **Must have current optical...

  • Optical Assistant

    7 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Optical Assistant** **Rochdale** **4-5 days a week - weekend working essential** **Salary: depending on experience - earning more, the more you learn!** **£2.70 per day for parking, lots of progression and further support available.** **Annual free pair of glasses, and generous family and friends discount** **Optical experience is essential for this...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Band 6 Rotational Pharmacist Recruitment Meet the Team Webinar 11th December 2024 - Microsoft Teams Ready to launch your career as a hospital pharmacist in a dynamic supportive team committed to fostering your growth & professional development? We offer a unique opportunity to work in various departments and settings, providing...

  • Clinical Pharmacist

    4 weeks ago


    Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    OverviewClinical Pharmacist (Bank)The Highfield HospitalBank ShiftsSalary: Up to £29 per hour (depending on level of experience, qualification and training)Circle Health Group are proud to be recognised as one of the UK's 25 best big companies to work for and one of the 10 best companies to work for in the health and social care sector.We are proud to share...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom General All-Purpose Plastics (GAP) Ltd Full time

    **GAP Rochdale **have a fantastic opportunity for a Trade Counter Assistant / Delivery Driver to join us, you will be part of a close-knit, dedicated team. You will always have support on hand but will have plenty of opportunity to use your own initiative with this position. As a Trade Counter Assistant / Delivery Driver you will be the face of GAP,...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    **Trainee Optical Assistant** **Rochdale, Greater Manchester** **£10.62 an hour** **24-32 hours a week (Weekend work is essential)** **Free glasses, discounts on hearcare, extra day off for your birthday, discounts on high-street retailers** **Training provided** Have you ever considered a career in optics, are you passionate about retail and offering...

  • Clinical Pharmacist

    7 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Overview Clinical Pharmacist (Bank)  The Highfield Hospital Bank Shifts  Salary: Up to £29 per hour (depending on level of experience, qualification and training)  in Rochdale is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery...


  • Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer to join our team in homecare services. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing purchase orders and invoicing for homecare pharmaceutical products, as part of assisting the senior homecare technician with receipting of homecare pharmaceutical products.This...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom RRG Group Full time

    **RRG Group** **Opportunity at RRG Peugeot Rochdale and RRG Peugeot Oldham - Trainee Accounts Assistant** An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Account Assistant to join our Accounts Departments on a 50/50 split basis at both RRG Peugeot Rochdale and RRG Peugeot to support the Branch Accountant. Duties include training within the Accounts Department...

  • Catering Assistant

    7 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking for enthusiastic motivated individual who is capable of working in a fast paced Barista style coffee shop, duties include preparation and service of simple foods, cash handling and general cleaning, ensuring the correct and economical use of materials and equipment, ensuring quality control is upheld, completing HACCP documentation. You must...

  • Facilities Assistant

    7 months ago


    Rochdale, United Kingdom Pennine Care NHS FT Full time

    The Defrosting, portioning, forming, and coating meat and fish and traying-up incontainers; this is including setting-up equipment and wiping down surfaces. General preparation of pastry and desserts, including preparing equipment,weighing, mixing, rolling, operating machines, filling containers and addingfillings. Manual preparation of vegetables by...


  • Rochdale, United Kingdom Connect Health Group Limited Full time

    Job summary You will have excellent clinical MSK skills including being competent to inject under ultrasound-guidance. You will also have diagnostic ultrasound skills with the ability to use ultrasound as an extension to the clinical assessment - accreditation with the Royal College of Radiologists is desirable. Opportunities are available for further...