Senior Dispenser

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

• 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

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.

JOB

TITLE:

DISPENSER

REPORTS TO:

DISPENSINGMANAGER

HOURS:

FT or PT

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

• To provide excellent customer service, be polite and courteous to customers
• Offer informed advice on appropriate treatment of minor ailments and products
• Use the cash register to serve customers
• 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 good relationships with the pharmacy team, feeding back relevant customer comments and concerns with the aim of improving the customer experience
• Maintain and submit all required paperwork

The above list is not exhaustive. You may be required to perform other duties deemed as reasonable by your Manager