Accuracy Checking Dispenser — Precision & Patient Safety

Montu UK; Winnersh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

25 days holiday

Pension matching 5%

Private healthcare

WFH options

Cycle-to-work

Growth opportunities

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Job summary

Montu UK is expanding its Winnersh site and seeks an Accuracy Checking Dispenser (ACD) to join our modern, technology-driven online pharmacy. You will perform final accuracy checks on dispensed prescriptions, ensuring patient safety and adherence to SOPs and regulations.

You will work with a supportive pharmacy team, maintain auditable records, and escalate discrepancies as needed. The role offers a full-time, 40-hour week with generous leave and benefits.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a pharmacy with final accuracy checks.
• Strong knowledge of the dispensing process and critical control points.
• Knowledge of pharmacy legislation, SOPs and patient safety.
• Ability to work independently and escalate concerns appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the final accuracy check on dispensed medicines and verify product against prescription and documentation.
• Ensure right patient, medicine, strength, formulation, quantity and directions and accurate labelling.
• Check compliance with legal requirements, SOPs and internal processes.
• Identify and escalate discrepancies, near misses and potential errors promptly.
• Maintain auditable records of all checks and outcomes.
• Refer issues outside scope to the Responsible Pharmacist when needed.
• Support safe handling of controlled/unlicensed/high-risk medications.
• Collaborate with dispensers, pharmacists and the team to resolve queries.
• Contribute to QA initiatives to reduce errors and improve safety.
• Mentor colleagues and foster accountability and attention to detail.

Skills

ACD qualification

Pharmacy dispensing experience

Attention to detail

Independent decision making

Communication skills

Education

Accredited ACD qualification

Job description

Montu UK is expanding its Winnersh site and seeks an Accuracy Checking Dispenser (ACD) to join our modern, technology-driven online pharmacy. You will perform final accuracy checks on dispensed prescriptions, ensuring patient safety and adherence to SOPs and regulations.

You will work with a supportive pharmacy team, maintain auditable records, and escalate discrepancies as needed. The role offers a full-time, 40-hour week with generous leave and benefits.