Dispenser

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated Dispenser to join our pharmacy team in one of our UK stores. This role is crucial in supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of medicines and healthcare services. You will engage with customers to understand their healthcare needs and assist with prescription dispensing, medicine sales, and health advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispensing prescriptions safely including ordering, labelling, endorsing, and collecting prescriptions.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals within the store to manage and deliver pharmacy services efficiently.
• Providing informed advice to patients about medications and referring complex queries to the pharmacist.
• Adhering strictly to Standard Operating Procedures for safe and legal dispensing practices.
• Keeping up with new processes and innovations in the store to enhance service delivery.
• Assisting patients in managing their prescriptions to encourage adherence and reduce medicine waste.

You will also work with evolving technologies aimed at improving dispensing processes and increasing patient interaction time. Regular training and career development opportunities, such as training as a Pharmacy Technician or progressing to store leadership roles, will be provided.

Required Qualifications and Eligibility

• Completion of the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 qualification or equivalent, or at least one year completed towards an MPharm degree.
• Valid UK right to work is mandatory; this role does not offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a community pharmacy setting is advantageous.

Compensation

The pay for this position starts at £13.92 per hour, with higher rates up to £16.64 in select London locations.

Benefits

• Discretionary Christmas gift payment.
• Employee discount program.
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave along with gift cards for new parents.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling.

Additional Details

Applicants must be based in the UK as remote applications will not be accepted. The hiring process includes a pre-employment check such as DBS, PVG, or Access NI based on location. We are a Ban the Box employer and consider applicants with criminal records individually. We encourage diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace environment.

Applications will be assessed and, if suitable, candidates will be contacted for interviews. Part-time and job-sharing arrangements may be considered despite the role being advertised as full-time.