About Silverwood Pharmacy:
Silverwood Pharmacy is a trusted community pharmacy committed to providing exceptional patient care and service. We offer a range of healthcare services, prescription dispensing, and over-the-counter products, aiming to meet the health and wellbeing needs of our customers. We are looking for a motivated and patient-focused Pharmacy Dispenser to join our team and help deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective dispensing of medications to patients. This position requires strong communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work collaboratively within a pharmacy environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Customer Service: Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner, helping them locate products and providing advice on over-the-counter medicines within your scope.
2. Sales: Process customer transactions accurately, handle cash, and operate the point-of-sale system. Promote special offers and upsell products where appropriate.
3. Stock Management: Assist with the receipt, unpacking, and display of stock. Ensure shelves are well-stocked, clean, and organised.
4. Pharmacy Support: Accurately dispense medications as per prescriptions, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Work alongside the pharmacist and pharmacy team to prepare orders and handle prescription-related queries. Ensure the dispensary and retail areas meet all health and safety regulations.
5. Product Knowledge: Develop a good understanding of the products and services we offer, including healthcare products, supplements, and beauty items.
6. Administrative Duties: Assist with stock-taking, ordering supplies, and processing deliveries. Keep accurate records where necessary.
7. Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all pharmacy regulations and guidelines, including confidentiality of customer information.
8. Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the pharmacy team to ensure smooth operation and excellent customer service.
Requirements:
1. Previous experience as a Pharmacy Dispenser or in a similar role is highly desirable.
2. Strong knowledge of medication administration practices and patient care principles.
3. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
4. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
5. A commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety within the pharmacy environment.
6. Relevant qualifications or certifications in pharmacy practice are advantageous but not mandatory.
Join us in making a difference in patient care through your expertise as a Pharmacy Dispenser!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £11.44 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Additional pay:
* Commission pay
* Yearly bonus
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Pharmacy services assistant (level 2) (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/01/2025
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