Dispenser

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

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Dispenser to join their pharmacy team. The role involves dispensing prescriptions, providing patient care, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure efficient pharmacy services. Candidates should possess the Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2 and have a passion for patient care. Opportunities for career progression are available, including training as a Pharmacy Technician.

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).
• Experience working in community pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions and ensure safe supply of medicines.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to manage pharmacy services.
• Provide care and advice to patients about medicines.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Healthcare Knowledge

Education

Pharmacy Advisor qualification NVQ2

Job description

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Hourly Rate

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, you will build strong relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. Your duties include greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the safe sale of medicines, and providing advice using your healthcare knowledge 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, labeling, endorsing, and collection of prescriptions.
2. Collaborate with healthcare professionals in your store to manage and deliver pharmacy services.
3. Provide care and advice to patients about 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 progression, including training as a Pharmacy Technician or store leadership roles.

Minimum Requirements

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

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in community pharmacy.

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.

Why Boots

We value care, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Join a company that fosters a positive and diverse working environment, helping everyone reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity.

Next Steps

Your application will be reviewed, and we will contact you if successful to arrange an interview. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options. Reasonable adjustments are available during the application and interview process.

This role requires a pre-employment check, which may include a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check depending on your location. Boots considers applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.