Job Title
Pharmacy ACDA Colleague
Location
Shipley
Employment Type
Part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
30
Pay Rate
13.21
Category
Pharmacy, Retail Healthcare, Retail Hourly Colleagues
Closing Date
7 May 2025
To be employed in this role:
* You must pass an enhanced safeguarding check.
* You must have at least 6 months continuous employment within the Pharmacy industry (hospital & community).
* You will have an NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services/Dispensing Assistant qualifications completed by a GPhC accredited route (GPhC approved courses and recognised qualifications | General Pharmaceutical Council).
Our stores operate 24/7, offering various shift patterns. Flexibility is key, including weekend work, and we may need to adjust your work pattern accordingly.
As a Pharmacy Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant (ACDA), you will:
* Check the accuracy of dispensed medicines, verifying patient details, medication type, dosage, labelling, and packaging.
* Report medication errors or incidents promptly and correctly.
* Perform final accuracy checks of items clinically checked by a Pharmacist.
* Conduct regular audits of the dispensary and stock levels. Supervise pharmacy assistants to ensure proper procedures are followed.
* Maintain documentation and records of all tasks.
* Guide and train pharmacy staff, sharing knowledge and expertise.
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and practices.
* Support the Pharmacist with patient services (e.g., blood pressure checks, smoking cessation schemes).
* Promote awareness of additional pharmacy services (e.g., Blood Pressure, New Medicine Service, Online Doctor).
You will develop an understanding of our Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to them to meet customer expectations.
About You
You are friendly, organized, eager to contribute, and attentive to detail. You possess good computer skills, strong communication abilities, and excel in a customer-focused environment. You are problem-solving, committed to helping people, and understand the importance of regulatory compliance. You care about providing excellent healthcare experiences and assisting customers effectively.
Join us at Asda — that's more like it!
Apply today by completing an online application.
Benefits
Alongside a competitive salary, enjoy benefits such as:
* 15% colleague discount at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
* Discounts on Asda services (Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Loans, Insurance, Travel, Tyres, Breakdown)
* Wagestream: flexible pay, financial coaching, and savings
* Company pension
* Wellbeing services including virtual GP, EAP, free counselling, and more
* Inclusion networks and diversity initiatives
* Parental leave policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, etc.)
* Recognition programs
* Special offers and discounts on various services and activities
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