Position: Dispensary Assistant / Trainee Dispensary Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career further or kick start a career in Pharmacy with the opportunity to train up to ACT Level. The successful candidate should be passionate about Pharmacy and be willing to develop skills and knowledge in dispensing and pharmacy services.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Assist in preparation of prescriptions and delivery of professional services
• Assist Pharmacist in providing an efficient, accurate and safe dispensing service in store, ensuring patient confidentiality
• Assist Pharmacist with other dispensary related tasks e.g. orders, date checks, receiving prescriptions etc.
• Assist on the medicines counter when required
• Providing knowledge / up to date advice on our product ranges
• Delivery and collection of prescriptions when required
• Stock maintenance
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Maintain professional standards of dress and grooming
• General Housekeeping
• Retail and other duties as required

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Have an interest in Pharmacy and Dispensing
• Be hard working and enthusiastic
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills
• Have the ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy
• Previous experience of using computer systems
• Flexible to work in local Gordons Chemist branches
• Eligibility to work in UK

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous relevant dispensary experience
• Good understanding of professional services
• Previous relevant experience in a similar environment
• Previous experience working and advising on the OTC Counter
• NPA Interact qualification or equivalent recognised qualification or be willing to complete this qualification
• NPA Dispensary Assistants qualification or equivalent recognised qualification or be willing to complete this qualification.
• Full UK driving licence/access to car

We reserve the right to amend criteria in order to facilitate shortlisting.

CLOSING DATE:

Thursday 30 March 2023

TO APPLY:

Click here to download an application form.

LOCATION:

Gordons Chemists, 23 New Street, Donaghadee BT21 0AG

DURATION:

This position is Full Time and Permanent, working 5 days per week Monday to Saturday as per shop rota.