Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant (ACDA)

Pharmacy2U | Certified B Corp; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,024 - 22,823; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contributory pension

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Private healthcare insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular social events

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

A leading online pharmacy in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant (ACDA) to ensure high standards in dispensing medication. The successful candidate will act as an accredited final checker for prescriptions, ensuring quality and safety in a deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication and IT skills are crucial, along with a strong attention to detail. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and an excellent benefits package including healthcare and generous leave.

Qualifications

• Must have up‑to‑date revalidation as Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant.
• Highly accurate and detail-focused, capable of working fast-paced.
• Demonstrates initiative, proactivity, and positive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Act as accredited final checker for all dispensed items.
• Ensure accuracy and patient safety for all prescriptions.
• Maintain quality controls across pharmacy teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

IT literacy

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative and problem-solving

Education

Qualified Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Location: Leeds LS14 2LA, Perivale UB6 7JD

Salary: £ 14.10 per hour plus extensive benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Employment type: Full Time

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00 pm

Do you want to work for the nation's largest online pharmacy ensuring excellence for all our patients? We're a market leader in the pharmacy world, with 25 years' experience, helping over 1.8 million patients in England manage their NHS prescriptions from requests to delivery. We are Great Place to Work certified as we consider colleague experience a top priority every day, and as a certified B Corp we also meet high standards of social and environmental responsibility. Our people are fundamental to our success and ensuring we achieve our vision to be a world leading, patient‑centric digital healthcare provider. We are committed to continuing to develop a positive, open and honest working environment for all.

Role: Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant (ACDA)

As an Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant, the purpose of this role is to act as an accredited final checker for dispensed items within a pressurised, deadline‑driven environment. The role ensures that all prescriptions received are checked and processed to the required standards, performance targets are achieved, and appropriate quality controls are maintained and communicated effectively to pharmacy teams.

Why you'll love working with us:

We believe great people deserve great support. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to look after your health, finances, career and life outside work.

Financial security & rewards

• Competitive contributory pension
• Occupational sick pay
• Long‑service awards and refer‑a‑friend bonuses
• Professional registration fees covered (GPhC, NMC, CIPD and more)
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (subject to eligibility)

Family‑friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible hybrid working to help balance work and home life

Health & wellbeing

• Private healthcare insurance at discounted rates (Aviva)
• Employee Assistance Programme and in‑house mental health support
• Access to discounted gym memberships via Blue Light Card and benefits schemes
• Regular health and wellbeing initiatives

Career growth

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and professional development

Time off & flexibility

• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service
• Buy and sell holiday scheme

Everyday perks & exclusive discounts

• Blue Light Card and employee discount platform
• Exclusive discounts at The Springs, Leeds
• 25% off health & beauty purchases
• 25% off Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor services

Culture & community

• Regular social events throughout the year

What you’ll be doing?

• Acting as an accredited final checker for all dispensed items to ensure accuracy and patient safety
• Ensuring all prescriptions received each day are checked, processed, and completed to required standards
• Maintaining and communicating appropriate quality controls across pharmacy teams
• Supporting the clinical team with day‑to‑day operational and workflow activities
• Following dispensary procedures and meeting internal quality, safety, and accuracy targets
• Working efficiently in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment
• Meeting individual and team performance targets to support wider business goals
• Taking ownership of prescription labelling and ensuring accuracy at every stage

Who are we looking for?

• Qualified Accuracy Checking Dispensing Assistant with up‑to‑date revalidation
• Highly accurate, detail‑focused, and confident working in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to prioritise workload effectively and stay organised under pressure
• IT‑literate, comfortable using pharmacy systems, and quick to learn new software
• Demonstrates initiative, proactivity, and a positive approach to problem‑solving
• Experienced working within legal, ethical, and professional pharmacy standards
• A supportive team player committed to ongoing professional development (CPD)

What happens next?

Please click apply and if we think you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.

Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Unsolicited agency applications will be treated as a gift.