Pharmacy Dispenser/ Assistant

Pertemps Medical Milton Keynes; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical business is seeking a Pharmacy Dispenser/Technician/Assistant to join their multicultural team in Coventry. The role offers excellent pay rates, with responsibilities including dispensing medications, managing inventory, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail required.
• Comfortable using computers in Windows environments.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications according to written prescriptions.
• Manage inventory and conduct daily audits.
• Keep patient records up to date and flag issues to the supervising pharmacist.

Skills

High accuracy

Excellent organisation

Strong attention to detail

Comfortable using computers

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing

Job description

Are you a Pharmacy Dispenser/ Technician/ Assistant looking to earn excellent rates of pay equivalent to in excess of GBP35,000+ per annum?

• 12 hour shift
• 9am - 9pm
• 4 days on, 4 days off
• GBP17 per hour
• Positions available to start from 16th June 2025

We have opportunities with immediate start available, pending compliance and employment checks, with a pharmaceutical business located in Coventry.

Working from their facility you will join as part of an expanding multicultural team of Pharmacists, Dispensers and support staff.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Dispense medications according to written prescriptions, adhering to internal procedures and legal regulations.
• Accurately label pharmaceutical products and coordinate dispatches to ensure on-time delivery to patients.
• Keep patient records up to date in compliance with data privacy standards.
• Flag any issues or questions related to prescriptions to the supervising pharmacist.
• Manage inventory, including stock intake, rotation, and monitoring of expiry dates.
• Store medication correctly and securely at all times.
• Conduct daily inventory audits to maintain availability of required treatments.
• Log and manage returned items through the stock issue reporting process.
• Ensure GP communications are sent promptly and follow up with patients when necessary.
• Organise batch documentation while keeping expiration dates in mind.

Required skills and experience:

• Completion of a recognised NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Dispensing, under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist or Accredited Checking Technician (ACT).
• High accuracy, excellent organisation, and strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable using computers, particularly within Windows environments.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume dispensing setting.

If you are interested in this position apply now with a copy of your CV, a member of our team will be back in contact with you.