Dispenser

TN United Kingdom; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy company is seeking a Dispenser who will play a vital role in delivering healthcare services. You will dispense prescriptions, support patients, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. The role offers training opportunities and a supportive work environment, making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment

Generous staff discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Completed the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Prescription dispensing and ensuring the safe supply of medicines.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to manage pharmacy services.
• Provide care and advice to patients regarding medicines.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2

Job description

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The hourly rate for this role is £13.32 and up to £15.05 across selected locations within London.

About the opportunity

As a Dispenser working within one of our stores, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services.

Within the healthcare department of the store, you will build strong relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. Your duties will include greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the safe sale of medicines, and providing advice to support patients in making informed health decisions. Your work will make a difference every day.

Key responsibilities:

1. Prescription dispensing, ensuring the safe supply of medicines, including ordering medicines, labelling, dispensing, endorsing, and collection of prescriptions.
2. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in your store to assist in managing and delivering pharmacy services.
3. Provide care and advice to patients regarding medicines and refer queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate.
4. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions.
5. Stay updated with new innovations and comply with operational processes.
6. Support patients in managing their prescriptions and medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste.
7. Work with evolving technologies to improve dispensing processes, enhancing patient safety and allowing more time for patient interaction.

You will receive regular training to develop your healthcare knowledge and have opportunities for career development, including training as a Pharmacy Technician or in store leadership.

What you’ll need to have:

• Completed the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent).

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience working in community pharmacy.

Our benefits

• Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment
• Generous staff discount
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for expecting or adopting parents
• Flexible benefits scheme
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

Additional benefits are available; find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, salary estimates on third-party sites may not be accurate.

Why Boots

We value caring individuals who go the extra mile. Join a company committed to evolution and improvement. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and fostering a positive work environment.

What’s next

Our team will review your application and contact you promptly. If successful, an interview will be scheduled with the hiring manager.

We are open to discussing part-time and job share options for full-time roles. If you need support during the application or interview process, we provide reasonable adjustments.

This role requires a successful pre-employment check, such as DBS, PVG, or Access NI, depending on your location. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and considers applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.