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Excel Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician to join a busy and well-established community pharmacy in Ashbourne, Co. Meath.

This is a full-time, permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to join a supportive pharmacy team in a high-volume dispensary environment committed to delivering exceptional patient care and customer service.

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: Ashbourne, Co. Meath

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 Hours)

Working Pattern: 4.5 Days per Week, Alternate Saturdays

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 7:00pm | Saturday 10:00am – 6:00pm

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Excellent work-life balance with a 4.5-day working week
• Permanent, long-term career opportunity
• Supportive and experienced pharmacy team
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a busy, fast-paced dispensary environment
• Friendly and welcoming workplace culture

Role Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician will support the safe and efficient operation of the dispensary while delivering a high standard of patient care and customer service. The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions, stock management, and maintaining compliance with pharmacy procedures and HSE requirements within a busy community pharmacy setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare and dispense prescriptions in line with pharmacy procedures
• Maintain prescription records and support monthly HSE PCRS claim submissions
• Provide professional over-the-counter advice and support to patients and customers
• Deliver excellent customer service and build strong relationships with patients
• Manage dispensary stock, including ordering, rotation, expiry date checks, and stock control
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of a busy dispensary
• Work closely with the Pharmacist and wider pharmacy team to ensure efficient workflow
• Participate in training, professional development, and team initiatives
• Contribute ideas and support continuous improvement within the pharmacy

Essential Requirements:

• IPU Pharmacy Technician Course or Higher Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Studies
• Previous experience working in a community pharmacy setting
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Organised and capable of managing multiple priorities in a busy dispensary environment
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and customer service

If you are interested in this Pharmacy Technician role, please apply below or contact Barbara Kelly in confidence on 087 737 9636 for further information.

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