Pharmacy Assistants perform a variety of tasks to support pharmacists in managing and dispensing medicinal products.
They play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of a pharmacy and assist in providing a high level of patient service.
Pharmacy Assistants are primarily responsible for directly supporting pharmacists, with daily duties and responsibilities including:
- Assist pharmacists in dispensing prescription medications to customers or health professionals.
- Provide advice to customers under the direction of a pharmacist, such as guidance on medication usage and general health topics.
- Organize inventory and alert pharmacists on stock shortages.
- Manage the cash register and process payments.
- Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy by adhering to infection-control policies and regulations.
- Update patient records and maintain patient confidentiality.
- Prepare medication for prescriptions by counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid training
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person