Pharmacy Dispenser | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is looking for a highly motivated Pharmacy Dispenser to enhance its technical teams. This role requires working across two sites, dispensing a variety of medicines, and supporting patient care. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and must obtain NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, with opportunities for further development. The position involves participation in extended hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and a pleasant telephone manner.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Full training will be provided; a candidate must study for and gain NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labelling a wide range of medicines for in-patients, out-patients, and discharges.
• Working at ward level as part of a discharge team.
• Greeting patients at the pharmacy reception, receiving and issuing prescriptions.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Level 4 qualification (self-funded if applicable)

Job description

Overview

Fairfield General Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary  Band 2/3 depending on qualifications and experience - see job description and specification for more details.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Dispenser to support and enhance our technical teams based at the two sites. The role requires working at both locations.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and labelling a wide range of medicines for in-patients, out-patients and discharges.
• Working at ward level as part of a discharge team.
• Greeting patients at the pharmacy reception, receiving and issuing prescriptions.
• Meeting high standards in a patient‑focused service while working accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Participating in extended hours, including late nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.

Qualifications and Training

• Good communication skills and a pleasant telephone manner.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Full training will be provided; a candidate must study for and gain NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
• NVQ2 qualification holders with relevant pharmacy experience will be appointed to the band 3 post.
• If you already hold a Level 4 qualification you may be required to self‑fund this qualification.

Other Information

We are an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, marital status, social background or trade union membership.

This role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.

Advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025