Pharmacy Dispenser

Shopwyke Healthcare Limited; Brighton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community pharmacy in Brighton is seeking a skilled pharmacy dispenser to join its friendly team. The successful candidate will provide excellent pharmaceutical services and patient care while working collaboratively with the pharmacy team. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and a detail-oriented approach. This full-time or part-time role promises a supportive environment and several benefits including pension and store discounts.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee discount

Store discount

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and reliable individual who thrives in a busy environment.
• Willingness to learn and further development.
• 1-year pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications accurately and efficiently.
• Process prescriptions according to quality, safety, and legal standards.
• Provide advice to patients regarding medications.
• Maintain clean and organized dispensary.
• Deliver excellent customer service in person and over the telephone.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy clinical systems (Cegedim's Pharmacy Manager)

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated pharmacy dispenser to join our friendly team at Arundel Pharmacy. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering excellent pharmaceutical services and patient care, working under the supervision of the responsible pharmacist.

About Arundel Pharmacy

We are an independent, friendly, and forward‑thinking community pharmacy located in the heart of Arundel. Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare services to our local community and visitors. We provide a wide range of NHS and private services alongside retail pharmacy services.

Our close‑knit team is central to everything we do. We are fast‑paced yet grounded, innovative yet patient‑focused, and we value teamwork, care, and continuous improvement.

Main Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications accurately and efficiently in line with best practice
• Process prescriptions in accordance with current quality, safety, and legal standards
• Provide advice and support to patients regarding their medications (referring to the pharmacist where appropriate)
• Produce repeat prescriptions using pharmacy clinical systems (Cegedim's Pharmacy Manager)
• Maintain cost‑effective stock control and dispensary
• Maintain a clean and tidy dispensary
• Managing Monitored Dosage System Services
• Handle prescription queries and resolve issues promptly and professionally
• Deliver excellent customer service both in person and over the telephone
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists, the pharmacy team, and wider healthcare professionals

About You

We are looking for a detail‑oriented, reliable individual who thrives in a busy environment and is passionate about patient care.

Must have a willingness to learn and further your development.

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Previous experience as a pharmacy dispenser or technician

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy, professionalism, and a genuine desire to help others
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills

Job Types

• Full‑time
• Part‑time
• Permanent

Benefits

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Store discount

Experience

Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location

In person