Pharmacy Assistant Test

When looking to fill a pharmacy assistant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A pharmacy assistant skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a pharmacy assistant skills test?

    A pharmacy assistant will work as part of a wider pharmacy team to order, dispense and track medication. They work in a supportive capacity; helping fully qualified pharmacists to deliver a safe and smooth-running service.

    The pharmacy assistant skills test is a tailored test that will help you determine who, from a pool of interested candidates, has the skills and experience required to move to the next stage of the recruitment process.

    The test covers a wide range of things pharmacy assistants would need to know in their day job. Everything from their medicinal knowledge, to their attention to detail and basic literacy and numeracy skills.

    Using a skills test is an efficient way to streamline the recruitment process and ensure only the best candidates make it through to the interview and assessment stage.

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  1. What is a pharmacy assistant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the pharmacy assistant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures pharmacy assistant skills
  4. Pharmacy Assistant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the pharmacy assistant skills test for pre-screening?

    The biggest benefit of using a skills test as a pre-screening device is the time, effort and money it will help you save in the long run.

    Using a skills test before you meet applicants, or even before you review resumes, means you can streamline a pool of applicants before investing time and effort.

    The results of the skills tests can also be used to tailor your interview questions, or help you address any areas of weakness or concern as indicated by the test.

    Many recruiters and employers also use skills tests as a means of reducing the unconscious bias that can often creep into the interview process. Using a standardized test as a means of assessing every candidate ensures you can make decisions based on results rather than where someone went to college or who they may know.

    The test uses multiple-choice questions in a timed setting to put each candidate’s pharmaceutical knowledge to the test. As well as soft skills such as customer service, and accountability, the test also examines how strong each applicant’s literacy and numeracy skills are, their understanding of basic pharmaceutical principles, and how good their attention to detail is.

    Timed tests are also a great way to see how a candidate copes under pressure, a useful skill in the fast-paced environment of the pharmacy.

    The test is designed specifically for recruiting pharmacy assistants, but it could also be a useful pre-screening device for roles including:

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How our test measures pharmacy assistant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a pharmacy assistant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our pharmacy assistant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Pharmacy Assistant Test FAQs

What skills are necessary for pharmacy assistants?

Pharmacy assistants need to be strong communicators with a natural flair for customer service.

Attention to detail is really important, as is the ability to focus fully on the job at hand. Mistakes can be really serious, so pharmacy assistants need to understand the responsibility and level of accountability in the role.

What other tests would be useful when hiring a pharmacy assistant?

Skills tests for chemists and pharmacists could help you determine how much knowledge and experience of the sector a candidate had.

You could also use aptitude tests such as verbal and numerical reasoning, or situational judgment to focus on particular areas of the role.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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