Dispenser

About the Role

As a Dispenser in one of our retail stores, you will play an essential role supporting pharmacists and healthcare professionals to ensure the accurate and safe provision of pharmacy services. Your work within the healthcare section of the store involves engaging with patients, understanding their needs, and managing prescription dispensing processes securely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions safely and accurately, including ordering, labeling, endorsing, and handling collection procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members in the store to manage and deliver pharmacy services effectively.
• Offer advice and guidance to patients about medications, directing any complex queries to the pharmacist as necessary.
• Adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures to maintain safe and lawful dispensing practices.
• Stay current on innovations and operational procedures within the store.
• Support patients in managing their repeat prescriptions and adherence, reducing medicine waste.
• Adapt to and work with new in-store technologies aimed at improving patient safety and enhancing time spent with patients.

Requirements

• Must have completed the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, or be in progress with the first year of an MPharm degree.
• Possess a valid UK right to work; note this role does not sponsor Skilled Worker Visas.
• Community pharmacy experience is advantageous.

Benefits

• Performance-based Christmas gift payment.
• Attractive employee discount schemes.
• Enhanced paid leave and gift card offerings for maternity, paternity, or adoption.
• Flexible benefits tailored to individual needs.
• 24/7 confidential counselling and support via the Employee Assistance Programme.

Additional Information

This position is located in-store within the UK; remote applications or those without verified UK qualifications and work rights will not be considered. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks such as DBS, PVG, or Access NI, depending on location. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during selection and interview processes and consider applicants with criminal records fairly as part of our Ban the Box policy.

Our Commitment

We nurture an environment fostering inclusivity and respect, promoting personal and professional growth. Joining us means being part of a company dedicated to continual improvement and valuing diversity at all levels.