Pharmacy Assistant

2 months ago

Carshalton, United Kingdom CarePro Full time

We are seeking a pharmacy Assistant with excellent attention to detail to work within our healthcare team.

You'll work under the supervision of a pharmacist. You'll speak with patients, offering them advice on how to best manage their medicines.

Your typical day could involve giving medicines to patients, either on prescription or over the counter and providing information on potential side-effects. You’ll work with patients to reach the best possible care for them, advising them on their health, how to take their medicines and their lifestyle choice. This could be face-to-face or over the phone.

Sometimes you’ll need to refer patients on to another healthcare professional such as a pharmacist, doctor, nurse or allied health professional. You’ll also be responsible for the supply of medicines at the pharmacy by working in the dispensary.

You may supervise other pharmacy staff, such as pharmacy assistants.

**Assignments will include**:

- You'll manage and prepare the supply of medicines.
- Your typical day could involve giving medicines to patients, either on prescription or over the counter and providing information on potential side-effects.
- Responsible for accuracy checking and clinically screening prescriptions
- Review prescriptions for accuracy and legality and identify actual or potential problems

**Role Responsibility**

labelling, dispensing, customer care

**Working in a team delivering in-house pharmaceutical services within a hospital setting.**

**Salary**: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Gym membership

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Carshalton, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Pharmacy: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NS2023

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