Job Description

We are looking for a full time Medicines Counter Assistant to join our team (or 2 part time staff). We are a busy pharmacy in Alcester, located at the primary care centre. We have two GP surgeries, and the Health and Social Care Team located onsite who we work very closely alongside. In the pharmacy, we are a really friendly team who love to welcome new members and love what we do!

Training will be provided to the successful candidtate if they are not already qualified. You will be involved in the sale of over the counter medicines, and trained to provide advice on common ailments. You will also help promote the health of the local community, as well as providing health checks and clinical services for our patients. There will also be administrative tasks in handling prescrptions, medicines and cash. We require flexibility in working hours as we are a small team.

You need to have good communication skills as well as good people skills. Previous retail/healthcare experience would be helpful, though not essential at all. This job would suit a school leaver with ambition for an exciting career in healthcare. There is a lot of scope for developing your role and fantastic career growth prospects. We would love to help you develop, and would provide training all the way.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 7.55-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 9.00 - 18.30 per week

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Alcester, B49 6QR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/06/2025