Pharmacy Assistant - Antrim (Immediate Start)
Location: Antrim
Duration: Up to 6 months initially
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Antrim. Working under the supervision of Senior Assistants, Technicians, and Pharmacists, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, efficient, and responsive pharmacy service to meet customer and patient needs.
Training & Development
The successful candidate may be required to undertake the Pearson Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff, delivered at South Eastern Regional College (Bangor/Lisburn campus) one day per month over 12 months. Additional self-directed study will also be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, check, and store pharmacy stock in line with SOPs
- Accurately process deliveries using the EPIC system
- Support ward "top-up" services, including stock rotation and expiry management
- Assemble and distribute ward orders, requisitions, and bulk issues
- Maintain pharmacy stock levels and assist with stock checks
- Provide excellent customer service at reception and via telephone
- Dispense and pre-pack medicines in line with procedures
- Assist with supply and distribution of pharmaceuticals, dressings, and vaccines
- Deliver medications and supplies to wards and departments
- Process returned stock in accordance with procedures
- Support aseptic unit cleaning and preparation
- Operate pharmacy robotic systems (training provided)
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, infection control, and medicines regulations
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
Essential Criteria
- 5 GCSEs (Grade A-G), including English Language and Mathematics (Grade C or above)
OR - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Support
Candidates without the Level 2 qualification will be required to complete it if successful.
To apply please send your CV via the link
