Chemist Counter Assistant

Healthcare Pharmacies Limited are looking for someone to join our friendly teams working Full Time on a permanent basis.

·       Issuing pharmacy goods and prepared prescriptions

·       Accepting payment of prescription charges/checking patient exemption statements 

·       Operation of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the retail premises with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for customers and minimising wastage

·       Ensuring that goods and medicines are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions or Pharmaceutical council guidelines

·       Cleaning work surfaces and shelving on a regular basis and ensuring that that all pharmacy equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.

·       Maintaining full and accurate records of all goods ordered and the processing of appropriate paperwork.

·       Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by the Pharmacy manager or colleague 

·       Taking orders for repeat prescriptions and liaising with other health care professionals. 

·       Dealing with queries and telephone calls from patients regarding their needs, referring them to a pharmacist or dispensary assistant where appropriate.

·       Offering advice to patients in respect of Over the counter treatments and retail goods within the level of their training

·       Handling money and operating/balancing the till.

·       Assisting in stock checks 

·       Providing cover for annual leave/sickness.

·       To maintain a strict level of confidentiality 

·       Assisting in the promotion and maintenance of the company’s Health and Safety Policy

·       To support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, respecting their privacy, dignity and needs.

·       To undertake necessary training in order to fulfil the requirements of the local medicines law. 

·       Any other duties as directed by the Management. 

·       Experience of working in a similar role

·       Experience of working with the public or in a caring environment 

·       Excellent communication skills

·       Ability to comply with a strict confidentiality environment  

·       Ability to work flexibly

·       Team player

·       Problem solving skills

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