Pharmacy Counter Assistant

Description:

Pharmacy Counter Assistant

Location: Denmark Hill (KCH)
Contract Type: Permanent/ Full time
Salary: From £26,450.00 plus up to 12% Annual Bonus
Hours: 37.5

Join our team as a Pharmacy Counter Assistant and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operations of our Outpatient Pharmacy.

We are looking for individuals who are committed to excellence and eager to make a difference to patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with pharmacy staff under the guidance of the pharmacy manager to efficiently manage retail medicines and products, ensuring timely ordering and effective inventory management.
• Identify potential issues in medication administration such as medicine interactions, newly prescribed drugs, and factors affecting patient compliance, contributing to the enhancement of patient safety.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a high-quality outpatient service, prioritising patient satisfaction and well-being.
• Safely and accurately issue prescriptions to patients after dispensing, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
• Provide knowledgeable advice to patients regarding medication usage and general health, within own competence, referring to a pharmacist when necessary.
• Receive and give out completed prescriptions under the guidance of the Responsible pharmacist, providing feedback to the pharmacist on information provided or requested by patients
• Maintain proper storage conditions for retail products, contributing to the preservation of product integrity and quality.
• If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for pharmaceutical care, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional patient service.

Why Join Us?

You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on patient care from day one, providing exceptional levels of service to our patients, in a collaborative and supportive work environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including annual bonus scheme with benefits and opportunities for funded CPD programmes and career advancement. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and start making a difference for patients, we want to hear from you!

This role requires and enhanced DBS check.

Working for KFM

KFM is a provider of healthcare support services our purpose is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS.

KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, radiology IT support and outpatient pharmacy. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments.

KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company. KFM has an annual turnover of around £185 million and over 350 staff.

Welcome Bonus | Annual Bonus Scheme | 27 days annual leave (+BH) | Annual leave purchase scheme | AVIVA Pension | Group Life Assurance Policy | Enhanced Family Leave & Pay | CPD Funding & Study Leave | Paid Professional Registration Fees | Occupational Sick Pay | Health Cash Plan | Season Ticket Loan Scheme | Car Lease Scheme | Cyclescheme | Techscheme.

You may also have experience in the following: Clerk, Dispensary Assistant, Pharmacy Customer Service Assistant, Prescription Counter Assistant, Pharmacy Support Staff, Pharmacy Assistant, Retail Pharmacy Assistant, Pharmacy Service Representative, and Pharmacy Receptionist.

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