Pharmacy Assistant

Job summary

We are seeking a self-motivated, patient/service focused individual to join our existing team of Pharmacy Assistants working within the dispensary.

Facilitating the smooth flow of work through the dispensary making sure all people involved in the process, including patients and staff are provided with necessary information to ensure that patient's medication supply needs are met as a priority.

Operating computer systems based in the dispensary and provides administrative and clerical support for dispensary related work.

Main duties of the job

Assist in the labelling, dispensing and preparation of prescriptions which have been clinically checked by a pharmacist ready for final checking and in the supply of pharmaceutical products ensuring patients medication supply needs are met as a priority.

Operates computer systems necessary for dispensing and ensures all information relating to dispensed items is accurate and documented/stored appropriately.

Duties include reception work, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the dispensary is adequately stocked with supplies and some housekeeping duties. Previous experience of working in this type of environment and with computers would be an advantage and we especially welcome applications from people who are currently able to dispense, though this is not essential, as appropriate training will be provided.

You will be required to undertake the QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. For this reason we prefer applicants to have GCSE grade C or equivalent in Mathematics and English language. The opportunity to attend other appropriate courses may be possible.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.