- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 13 – GBP 16 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- NVQ2 Pharmacy Advisor or equivalent, or at least first year of MPharm degree
- Eligibility
- Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the UK. Applications from outside the UK will only be processed if candidates can verify relevant UK qualifications and legal employment rights. The role is in-store only; remote arrangements are not available.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Role
Join the pharmacy team at one of our physical store locations as a Dispenser, playing a vital role in supporting the pharmacist and healthcare professionals to deliver safe and effective pharmacy services. Your responsibilities will include interacting with patients to understand their needs, dispensing prescriptions, managing medicine safety, and providing informed healthcare advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Dispense prescriptions accurately while ensuring medications are supplied safely, including ordering, labelling, endorsing, and prescription collection.
- Collaborate with pharmacy staff to effectively manage and deliver pharmacy services within the store.
- Offer guidance to patients on medicines and refer any complex queries to the pharmacist as necessary.
- Adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures for legal and safe dispensing of medicines.
- Stay informed about store innovations and comply with operational protocols.
- Assist patients in managing prescription processes and medicine adherence to ensure efficient use and reduce waste.
- Utilize evolving in-store technological systems aimed at enhancing dispensing processes and patient safety.
Qualifications and Experience
- Possess a Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 qualification or an equivalent credential, or be enrolled in an MPharm program having completed at least the first year.
- Hold valid UK work authorization; this role does not support Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
- Experience in community pharmacy is advantageous.
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay starts at £13.92, reaching up to £16.64 for selected London locations.
- Christmas discretionary gift pay.
- Staff discount benefits.
- Enhancements to maternity, paternity, and adoption leave pay plus gift cards.
- Flexible benefits program.
- Access to confidential 24/7 counseling and support through an employee assistance scheme.
Additional Details
This role is based in-store within the UK; remote candidates are not eligible. Applications from outside the UK will only be considered if UK qualifications and entitlement to work are demonstrable. Prior to employment, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment screening including background checks applicable to their location.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity, providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment to support candidates.
Minimum education
Diploma / ITI / Vocational