Trainee Dispenser: NVQ Training in GP Practice

The Methodist Church in Britain; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

NVQ dispensing qualification

Structured support

Increasing responsibilities

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is offering a trainee dispenser post at Mowbray House Surgery in Northallerton. The role centers on preparing and supplying prescribed medicines, processing prescriptions and keeping dispensing records while you study for an NVQ in dispensing.

The post spans both GP sites, so own transport is essential. No previous dispensing experience is required, but you will learn under supervision and complete written assessments as you progress with the qualification,

Qualifications

• Keen to learn and motivated to work towards a recognised qualification.
• Comfortable with written learning and assessments.
• Flexible enough to work across both practice sites.
• Access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing and dispensing prescribed medicines under supervision.
• Supporting safe, accurate and timely supply of medicines to patients.
• Processing prescriptions and keeping accurate dispensing records.
• Helping to manage stock levels, check expiry dates and store medicines.
• Providing friendly, professional service to patients and handling queries.
• Collaborating with dispensers, clinicians and the practice team.
• Following procedures, confidentiality rules and medicines safety requirements.
• Completing training and assessments for dispensing qualification.
• Supporting day-to-day running of the dispensary.
• Building understanding of medicines and the dispensary's role in primary care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Interpersonal skills

Discretion / confidentiality

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ in dispensing

Job description

The Methodist Church in Britain is offering a trainee dispenser post at Mowbray House Surgery in Northallerton. The role centers on preparing and supplying prescribed medicines, processing prescriptions and keeping dispensing records while you study for an NVQ in dispensing.

The post spans both GP sites, so own transport is essential. No previous dispensing experience is required, but you will learn under supervision and complete written assessments as you progress with the qualification,