Dispenser

Boots UK; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A major pharmacy retailer in Romford is seeking a Dispenser to support the pharmacist in delivering efficient pharmacy services. The role involves dispensing prescriptions, advising patients on medication, and assisting with pharmacy management. Candidates should have an NVQ2 qualification or be in the first year of an MPharm qualification. This part-time position offers flexible hours and a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Generous staff discount

Enhanced leave pay

Access to employee assistance programme

Christmas gift payment

Qualifications

• Completed NVQ2 in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Current UK right to work.
• Experience in community pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions safely and efficiently.
• Provide care and advice to patients.
• Support the management of pharmacy services.

Skills

Dispensing prescriptions

Patient care

Communication

Education

Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

The hourly rate for this role is £13.32 and up to £15.05 across selected locations within London. As a Dispenser working within one of our stores, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team as you support the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals in your store to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services. Working within the healthcare department of the store, you will spend your time building great relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. From greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions and ensuring the safe sale of medicines, to providing advice using your healthcare knowledge to support patients in making informed decisions about their health and wellness – you'll get to make a difference every day. This is a role based in store within the UK. Remote applicants will not be considered and applications from candidates outside the UK will not be progressed unless relevant UK qualifications and right to work can be confirmed and evidenced.

Key responsibilities

• Prescription dispensing whilst ensuring the safe supply of medicines (e.g. ordering medicines, labelling, dispensing, endorsing and collection of prescriptions).
• Work with the other healthcare professionals in your store to assist in the management and delivery of pharmacy services.
• Provide care and advice to patients about medicines and refer queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions.
• Keep up to date with new innovations in store and comply with operational processes.
• Support patients to manage their prescriptions their way with reliable repeats and manage their medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste. Working with evolving technologies within store, you will have the opportunity to work with new systems, which helps to develop the traditional dispensing processes to further improve patient safety and release your time to spend more time with patients.

Development and opportunities

You will be provided with regular updates and training to develop your healthcare knowledge, as well as plenty of career development options including the opportunity to train as a Pharmacy Technician or as part of the store leadership team.

What you'll need to have

• Completed the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 (or equivalent) or are currently working towards and have completed the first year of an MPharm qualification.
• Current and valid UK right to work. This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
• Experience working in community pharmacy (preferred).

Additional information

• Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
• Pre-employment checks may include a DBS, PVG or Access NI check depending on location.
• Hours per week: 16 to 24 hours per week; Part-time, with some flexibility to discuss during application.
• Vacancy Reference Number: 261150
• Location: Romford and Ilford, Essex (London region)

Benefits

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

Why Boots: We're always looking for people who care; people who go the extra mile to change things for the better. You'll be joining a company that is evolving and always looking to improve. We foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues by providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.