At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pharmacy operations and deliver excellent customer service in a busy healthcare environment.
- Company: Join Benenden Hospital, an outstanding private hospital in the beautiful Kent countryside.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, free parking, annual leave, and subsidised meals.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers excellent training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while developing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Basic maths skills, customer service experience, and willingness to learn are essential.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
- We are looking for a motivated and flexible
- Pharmacy Assistant to join our Pharmacy Department on a
Flexi-Bank basis .
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a busy healthcare environment, supporting the safe and efficient supply of medicines while delivering excellent customer service to patients and colleagues.
As a key member of the team, you will assist with stock management, support pharmacy operations, and provide a welcoming and professional service at the Pharmacy Reception.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do.
We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC.
We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities.
We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance.
We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities.
We work hard to make sure everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the stock control of pharmaceutical products, including intravenous fluids and irrigation solutions.
- Support the ordering, receipt, storage, rotation, and distribution of pharmaceutical stock.
- Provide assistance to patients and customers at the Pharmacy Reception, ensuring a professional and friendly service.
- Receive prescriptions from patients and assist with the sale of appropriate General Sales List (GSL) medicines.
- Assist with the creation, testing, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to pharmaceutical stock management.
- Maintain accurate stock records and support inventory management processes.
- Follow all Pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with pharmacy colleagues to ensure the efficient delivery of services.
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
Skills and experience required
- Good understanding of basic mathematical principles with the ability to manipulate numbers and perform basic calculations accurately.
- Experience and confidence in using computer systems and software applications.
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and work accurately within established processes.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Evidence of strong customer service skills and awareness.
- Ability to undertake the physical demands of the role, including regular lifting and carrying of pharmaceutical boxes.
- Willingness to undertake and successfully complete an NVQ Level 2 qualification, which is a mandatory requirement of the role (full support will be provided where necessary).
- Previous experience in a pharmacy, healthcare, or similar environment.
- Previous experience of stock control, inventory management, and record keeping.
- Understanding of medicines handling processes and pharmacy operations.
If you are organised, customer-focused, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits
- 1-hour annual leave generated for every 8.25 hours worked
- Free parking
- Free Flu vaccinations
- Free tea and coffee
- Subsidised on site Restaurant
- Employer Equity and Diversity
We’re an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.
This includes people with disabilities, people from all gender identities, individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, and those who are neurodivergent.
We actively encourage applications from groups that may be under‑represented within our workforce.
Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship as an organisation.
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