Senior Dispenser

Job summary

An excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior dispenser, based at our Claverdon Practice.

Must have level 2 or 3 dispensing and experience of working in a pharmacy.

To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in accordance with the principles of good practice.

Excellent rates of pay, and NHS Pension available

Main duties of the job

To provide excellent customer service, be polite and courteous to customers

Offer informed advice on appropriate treatment of minor ailments and products

Provide and support the team in delivering pharmacy services

Maintain high standards of branch appearance through effective merchandising and housekeeping

Monitor the fridge temperature and record results

Deal with waste appropriately as per SOPs

Sell medicines and handle prescriptions in line with the current pharmacy legislation and company policy

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and adhere to the company dress code

Order return and maintain stock levels in branch and complete necessary documentation

Follow the company SOPs and protocols

Ensure that company housekeeping and date checking procedures are followed

Report any matters affecting the company, customer service, security etc.

Maintain and submit all required paperwork

About us

Minimal NVQ level 2 Claverdon Surgery

A vacancy has arisen in our friendly and welcoming dispensary, and we are looking to employ a senior dispenser NVQ level 2 or 3 to join us. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled dispenser who is passionate about patient care and looking to take on additional responsibility within a busy community setting.

We are a community-based practice that enjoys working well together, along side our friendly patients and clinical colleagues. This role would suit anyone looking for a new challenge within the pharmacy sector.

We require 37 hours a week. The successful candidate will be expected to work additional hours occasionally to cover dispensary annual leave to ensure we can offer a service to our patients 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday. Salary paid according to experience; pension scheme is available.

We are seeking a well organised, friendly individual who has excellent customer service and organisation skills. This is a busy and varied role, and the successful applicant will be fully committed to attention to detail, patient safety and high-quality service provision.

If you have the relevant dispensary or pharmacy experience and would like to be a part of our friendly practice with a supportive clinical and managerial team, then we would like to hear from you.