Assessor Resource
SIRCHCS302
Assist in managing Pharmacy Medicines and Pharmacist Only Medicines
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit applies to community pharmacy employees working as pharmacy assistants or dispensary assistants. Pharmacy assistants work directly with customers suggesting Pharmacy Medicines (S2) and unscheduled medicines. In situations where customers require referral to a pharmacist for therapeutic advice, or where the supply of Pharmacist Only Medicines or products is required, the pharmacy assistant gathers information, refers the customer on, and then supports the pharmacist by finalising the supply of medicines and products.
A person undertaking this role is required to work under the supervision of a pharmacist.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to support the management of Pharmacy Medicines (S2) and Pharmacist Only Medicines (S3). It covers an understanding of pharmacy standards, protocols and procedures to ensure they are maintained to reflect scheduling changes and so that procedures are effectively implemented by staff.
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