Dispensing Assistant Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
Our History
Established in 1996, The M & D Green Group is a family owned, independent pharmacy chain, which incorporates M & D Green Dispensing Chemist, Penmans Pharmacy and T McLean & Sons.
Managing Director, Martin Green, who opened the first branch, is still at the helm today. Using his vast knowledge and experience, he ensures the highest level of professional service and pharmaceutical care on a daily basis.
With 30 branches throughout Glasgow, Ayrshire, Renfrewshire, Lanarkshire, Inverclyde and Lothian, we are ideally positioned to provide a first rate service to our local community.
Our Vision
We put prevention, management and treatment at the heart of everything we do. Our pharmacy staff are committed healthcare professionals who take a collective interest in customer service. We aim to be the number one health care providers for patients in Scotland and work closely with local healthcare providers, and the NHS, to develop and deliver high-quality services.
Our facilities support the provision of first rate pharmaceutical care. We regularly invest in our premises, are committed to staff training and take a keen interest in the personal development of each of our team members. We continue to expand and promote the community pharmacy as the first port of call in all health-related matters.
Job Description
We are looking for a full time Dispensary Assistant to join our team at our JF Forbes Chemist in Bishopbriggs.
A Dispensary Assistant is a key part of the pharmacy team, assisting with the assembly and supply of medications and ensure that prescriptions are processed correctly, alongside handling over-the-counter sales and consulting with patients face-to-face.
As a Dispensary Assistant, you are required to hold or be working towards an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent. Further development opportunities will be available to progress your career in the Pharmacy.
If you have a positive attitude and are ready to develop your career in Pharmacy, we would love to hear from you.
Whilst working as part of a great team, some of your responsibilities will be to:
- Receive and process orders coming into the pharmacy
- Ensure stock levels are maintained correctly
- Keep records to facilitate the role of the Pharmacist
- The safe and legal supply of prescription and over-the-counter medications to patients
- Preparing prescriptions, order, and maintain supplies of medication within the pharmacy
- Provide information to inform and educate patients and other healthcare professionals
- Gather, organise, and assess patient information
- Maintain electronic records
- Offer advice on free NHS services that patients are eligible to receive
- Process requests for free NHS services
- Receive prescription orders
- Consult directly with other healthcare providers and patients.
You will need:
- Great communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Previous Pharmacy experience
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £10.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1001
