Apprentice Retail Pharmacy Assistant- Golborne Chemist- Wigan AIM RX LIMITED

To project a positive and friendly image to dispensary patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way. Assist all patients and customers with their pharmacy and retail purchases. Assist in the preparation and sale of prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines/appliances and assist with stock.

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Closing date: 18 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,360.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 6.00pm - Flexible for Evenings or Weekends

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    15 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000087506

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Some of your duties will include:

  • Complete all NHS and other pharmacy service paperwork
  • Undertake the training required by the company to fulfil your role effectively and ensure a high degree of professionalism
  • Keep up to date with current pharmacy practice, new drugs, and their uses
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality of information concerning customers, colleagues, company policies and statistics in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation
  • Ensure that customers receive excellent service Handing out medications to customers
  • Ensure that the pharmacy always projects a professional image
  • Ensure that all areas within the pharmacy are clean, tidy, and well organised with special attention to risk management guidelines
  • Ensure all orders are checked off accurately, and stock stored with care
  • Ensure the date checking procedure is maintained and recorded

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Retail Level 2 Apprenticeship + 2 GPhC Accredited Courses delivered by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) Medicines Counter Assistant and Accredited Dispensing Assistant Course

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full time employment contract available if candidate is impressive

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Caring, Communication skills, Friendly

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

About the employer

Online Pharmacy

Employer

AIM RX LIMITED

Address

98 High St

WA3 3DA

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Training

Training provider

QUBE QUALIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Retailer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 18 Apr 2023