Pharmacy Assistant

Position Overview:

A Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists in the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy. This includes assisting with the preparation of medications, managing inventory, ensuring proper patient care, and performing administrative tasks. Pharmacy Assistants play a key role in providing excellent customer service and maintaining a clean, organized pharmacy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medication Preparation and Dispensing:
• Assist pharmacists in preparing prescriptions, including counting, labeling, and packaging medications.
• Verify patient information to ensure accuracy of prescribed medication.
• Prepare medication orders for patients under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Customer Service:
• Greet customers, answer basic inquiries about medications, and provide general assistance.
• Respond to customer questions about over-the-counter products.
• Assist with handling phone orders and follow-up inquiries.
• Inventory Management:
• Stock shelves with medications and supplies, ensuring products are correctly labeled and within expiration dates.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder products as necessary.
• Assist with organizing the storage of pharmaceuticals.
• Administrative Support:
• Process prescription orders and maintain records in the pharmacy system.
• Maintain and update patient records.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, faxing, and other paperwork as needed.
• Compliance and Safety:
• Ensure the pharmacy complies with local regulations and standards regarding controlled substances, labeling, and dispensing practices.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organized pharmacy environment.
• Assist in Health Promotions:
• Provide educational materials about health products and wellness programs.
• Promote the pharmacy’s services and seasonal promotions.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Certification as a Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician (preferred but not mandatory).
• Previous experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting is an advantage.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology, medication names, and their uses.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Proficiency in pharmacy management software and basic computer applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹14,000.00 per month

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/08/2025