medical assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
STAPLOE PHARMACY, SOHAM
We have a part-time/weekend assistant position available within our busy community pharmacy.
As Pharmacy Assistant you will play a key part in our team to help delivery excellent patient care. We are looking for somebody, who is really hard working, personable and flexible who is keen to develop and improve customer care.
As an organised and customer focused assistant, you’ll build relationships with customers from all walks of life and help to meet their unique healthcare needs. You will have the opportunity to complete our fully funded pharmacy qualifications and have the chance to develop your career in Pharmacy.
Reporting directly to the Pharmacy Manager, your support is vital to the pharmacist and dispensing team in the provision of advanced and enhanced services.
As a Assistant, you will be required to:
- Ensure patients receive a friendly, attentive service.
- Perform a number of admin functions, including answering the telephone, filing and using the cash register.
- Assist with the day to day running of the dispensary.
- Ordering and checking of received goods.
- Cleaning and expiry date checking
- Comply with legal and professional requirements
- Be in regular communication with healthcare professionals.
- Support the delivery of professional services.
Salary
Salary will be dependent upon experience
Hours
As above. To be discussed on application and age dependant due to.
Training
- NPA NVQ Level 2 Dispensing course will be offered as part of on the job training.
Candidate requirements:
- Retail or care experience is an advantage
- Be a team player.
- Have a can do attitude in a fast paced environment
- Excellent communication skills.
- Will be organised and motivated.
- Compassionate and caring
- We may consider a young person for the role
We offer a competitive salary package based on experience, staff bonus scheme and a 20% staff discount alongside many training and development opportunities.
If you’re interested in taking on a new challenge and have the skills to strengthen our team further, then we want to hear from you.
Job Types: Part-time, Apprenticeship
Part-time hours: 6-8 per week
Salary: £7.00-£11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 17/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint:
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