The healthcare assistant will work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist and pharmacy technician and will carry out day to day activities connected with the supply of medicines and will provide advice to patients on the use of over the counter medicines as well as on general health and lifestyle matters.
Primary responsibilities
To supply medicines in line with sales of medicines protocol and as show competence in using WWHAM and standard operating procedures to ensure safe supply to patients;
To hand out medication 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 is handed out to patients; o comply with stock control and inventory procedures to maximise availability and minimise waste;
To ensure the safe and appropriate storage of medicines;
To maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of pharmacy issues for the purposes of continuing professional development; T
To work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall business objectives.
Person specification
Healthcare Assistants Course - Pharmacy Interact or equivalent
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: Part-time
Pay: From 12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 4 - 12 per week
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
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