Pharmacy Assistant / MDS Coordinator

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and experienced Pharmacy Assistant to join our friendly team at our community pharmacy.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting our patients by preparing and managing Monitored Dosage System (MDS) boxes and helping to deliver and promote a range of NHS pharmacy services.

We are looking for someone who has some previous pharmacy experience or has enthusiasm and capacity to learn, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication and customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage MDS/medication compliance boxes accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure patient medication is organised correctly and safely according to prescriptions and pharmacy procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient and medication records.
• Liaise with patients, carers, care homes, GP surgeries and other healthcare professionals when required.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate with patients in a friendly and professional manner.
• Promote and support the delivery of NHS pharmacy services offered by the pharmacy.
• Identify opportunities to inform eligible patients about available NHS services.
• Support the pharmacy team with day-to-day operations and general dispensing duties.
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, cleanliness and organisation.
• Follow all pharmacy procedures, legal requirements and professional standards.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working in a community pharmacy or similar healthcare setting.
• Have experience with MDS/blister packs or medication compliance systems (preferred).
• Have excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on patient safety.
• Be confident and friendly when communicating with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Have good knowledge or an interest in NHS pharmacy services.
• Be organised, dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be comfortable working in a busy pharmacy environment.
• Be willing to learn and develop their knowledge and skills.
• Proficient with operating IT systems (Pharmacy and non-Pharmacy based systems).

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your pharmacy and healthcare knowledge.
• Training and support with NHS services and pharmacy procedures.
• A varied role with regular patient interaction.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced and patient-focused individual who would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering message explaining your relevant pharmacy experience and why you are interested in the role.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Work Location: In person