Pharmacy Dispenser

Juno Healthcare Consulting Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Avicenna Pharmacy/Juno Health is seeking a Pharmacy Dispenser to participate in branch processes and build relationships with customers, patients and healthcare professionals. You will assist in delivering all pharmacy services and act as an ambassador for the community, interacting with customers on a day-to-day basis.

The role requires NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited MCA qualification, plus experience in a customer-focused environment and the ability to handle medicines accurately

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or MCA qualification is required.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment is essential.
• Ability to ensure accurate handling of medicines and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work to deadlines and show initiative.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all branch processes and establish relationships with customers, patients and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in the delivery of all pharmacy services where appropriate.
• Act as an ambassador for Avicenna Pharmacy/Juno Health, serving the community and interacting with customers daily.

Skills

Customer focus

Confidentiality

Medicine handling

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Deadline-oriented

Education

NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or MCA

Job description

You will participate in all branch processes and establish relationships with customers, patients as well as healthcare professionals. You will assist in the delivery of all pharmacy services where appropriate. You will be an ambassador for Avicenna Pharmacy/Juno Health serving the community and interacting with customers on a day to day basis.

What we need from you...

You will have a NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or accredited equivalent course along with a Medicine Counter Assistant (MCA) qualification.

Essential:

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Ensuring accurate handling of medicines
• Able to demonstrate self-motivation & initiative
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise work load
• Ability to work to deadlines

• Previous experience as a dispenser is essential
• Training will be provided if necessary
• Must be flexible for holidays/sick cover