Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice PIMHOLE PHARMA LTD
You'll work under the supervision of a pharmacist. You'll speak with patients, offering them advice on how to best manage their medicines. Your typical day could involve giving medicines to patients, either on prescription or over the counter and providing information on potential side-effects with the pharmacist approval.
Closing date: 30 Aug 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,004.80
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Mon-Fri 9.00am - 6.00pm and 1 hour lunch. May be required to work evenings and weekends.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
12 Sep 2022
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Date posted
25 Jul 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000069432
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Pharmacy Technician apprentice will learn how to prepare, dispense and supply patients and health professionals with over-the-counter and prescription medications. They also handle inventory and customer transactions at the pharmacy, under the supervision of the Pharmacist. Pharmacy Technicians also make sure that all the equipment in the pharmacy, including scales, computers and printers is running efficiently. They also maintain a sterile environment, ensuring that pill counting trays, countertops and other medication measuring devices meet health and safety standards. Pharmacy Technicians also check and record customer information and perform routine customer service functions with pharmacist supervision Looking at the career progression after the apprenticeship,, you will have the chance to discover specialised areas of practice, such as management, mental health, oncology, paediatrics, and even nuclear pharmacy. Of course, turning into a Pharmacy Technician is additionally a necessary step to turning into a certified Pharmacist, but there is also potential to emerge as a Community Store Manager or Pharmacy Technician Supervisor.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Pharmacy Services Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
Remote delivery.
Every 6-8 weeks.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The potential to progress onto the Pharmacy Technician Level 3.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 and above (A-C)) Essential
About the employer
Employer
PIMHOLE PHARMA LTD
Address
185 ROCHDALE ROAD
BURY
BL9 7BB
Training
Training provider
THE TRAFFORD COLLEGE GROUP
Apprenticeship standard
Pharmacy services assistant
Level 2 (GCSE)
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