Post Apprentice Pharmacy Technician – 2 years
Hours 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday 09.00hrs to 17.30hrs - ½ unpaid break
Base 4 days based at Community Pharmacy and 1 day study leave
Main purpose of the role
The Apprentice Pharmacy Technician 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 advice to patients on the use of medicines as well as on general health and lifestyle matters.
Primary responsibilities
To select, label and dispense correct items in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure safe supply to patients
To dispense controlled drugs in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure legal compliance
To ensure at the point of sale, the safe and correct supply of dispensed items to patients
To identify problems in administration of medicines such as medicine interactions and other physical factors that may affect patient compliance
To create and update patient medication records in accordance with data protection principles to ensure patient confidentiality
To assist with stock control and inventory procedures to maximise availability and minimise waste
To ensure the safe and appropriate storage of medicines
To assist with the preparation of monitored dosage and cassette box systems to benefit patients on multiple medication regimes;
To maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of pharmacy issues for the purposes of continuing professional development
To support pharmacy colleagues and mentor others through the timely completion of training courses
To work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall business objectives.
Any other duties as requested
Relationships
Maintain effective communication at all times to ensure that all information is shared with relevant staff, clients and customers.
Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with all colleagues.
Provide regular feedback to your line manager to ensure they are advised of all developments and problems in your areas of responsibility.
Act at all times in the best interest of the business to further good relations.
Person specification
Well groomed and presentable
Methodical and accurate approach to practical tasks
Commitment to continuing professional development and training
Trustworthy and understanding of confidentiality issues
High level of concentration
Strong communication and excellent customer service skills
Professional, tactful and friendly attitude
Ability to work effectively to deadlines
Excellent team working skills
IT literate
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: From £11.44 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ALL/100
