Relief Pharmacy Technician – Life Young's Newbridge
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Allcare Pharmacy group specialises in supporting community pharmacies to deliver excellent personalised care. The Allcare Pharmacy group is a network of pharmacies throughout Ireland which strives for customer service excellence where staff focus on their core skill of providing expert medical care, advice and value to their patients and customers.
Purpose of Role
To support the Managing pharmacist in the dispensary in a busy and challenging environment, working to agreed operating procedures within the pharmacy to maintain the highest ethical standards and deliver excellent customer care.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Accurately receive, record and assemble prescriptions, issue the appropriate receipts and inform the Pharmacist of any changes in drug therapy and interactions between prescribed medications.
* Serve customers over the counter medicines and other pharmacy products as required.
* Fulfil the request for specific over‑the‑counter medicines appropriately using WWHAM questioning and recommend a suitable medicine, referring to the Pharmacist where appropriate.
* Ensure the smooth running of the dispensary, including maintaining computer records and keeping paperwork pertaining to the various schemes up to date in line with company procedures.
* Promptly bring any errors or safety issues to the attention of the Managing Pharmacist and/or Business Territory Manager.
* Maintain good stock control, including rotation of stock, maintaining appropriate stock levels, using correct suppliers and ensuring delivery details are correct as set down by the Managing Pharmacist.
* Keep the pharmacy clean and tidy, bringing any Health and Safety issues promptly to the attention of the Pharmacy Manager and/or Managing Pharmacist.
* Follow Pharmacy standard operating procedures, maintaining consistent professional standards at all times.
* Assist with over‑the‑counter sales and other front‑of‑counter duties.
* Any other duties as required.
Leadership & Teamwork
* Provide support to other stakeholders within the pharmacy and throughout the Allcare Network to ensure the delivery of company goals.
* Require a high level of pro‑activity and an ability to work on own initiative.
* Build positive relationships with others in the pharmacy to create a positive working environment.
* Participate in staff training programmes and be proactive in developing the role function.
* Maintain a good working relationship between colleagues, customers and other healthcare professionals.
* Work effectively as part of the Pharmacy team, being flexible and adaptable, assisting in all areas of the pharmacy operation.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills Required
* IPU Pharmacy Technician course or Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Studies.
* Preferable 2 years pharmacy experience in a pharmacy technician role.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Good attention to detail is essential.
* Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi‑task successfully in a busy and challenging environment.
* Cashier experience an advantage.
* Ability to use discretion when addressing customer queries and to treat customer/patient information with strict confidentiality.
* IT skills would be an advantage.
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