Job Description

Dispenser/Trainee Dispenser Vacancy - GP Surgery (non retail) - NVQ level 2 or trainee 24hrs per week

An opportunity has arisen to work as part of our dedicated and hardworking small friendly dispensary team based at Rudgwick Medical Centre. We are looking for a Dispenser (GP surgery based) or trainee who can bring a friendly, caring and professional service to our patients. If you hold a dispensary NVQ qualification, we would love to hear from you, however we equally welcome applicants interested in training for this role and will fully support you in training and completing your NVQ level 2 qualification. The NVQ modules are completed online in paid working hours at your own pace.

Accuracy is important and so concentration and a good eye for detail are essential. You must be able to work and communicate as part of a team in a busy environment and be able to prioritise a varied workload and effectively multi-task. Full training will be provided.

Working pattern will be over four days with three half days and one long day.

Proposed working hours will be

Monday - 8 - 1 (5hrs)

Tuesday - 9 - 6.30pm (9hrs) - this day may be split between reception duties and dispensary

Wednesday - 1.30 - 6.30 (5hrs)

Thursday - 8 - 1 (5hrs)

Flexibility will be required to cover for staff absences.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

Label, dispense and endorse prescriptions in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure safe supply to patients in an efficient and accurate manner. Ensure the safe supply and appropriate storage of medicines. Ordering enough medication and stock in line with company procedures to meet patient demand and date/usage checking to maximise availability and minimise waste. Create and update patient medication records in accordance with data protection principles to ensure patient confidentiality. Check endorsements and patient declarations on prescriptions and file correctly to ensure maximum payments are received with minimal losses. Process invoices and paperwork in a timely manner following company procedures. Undertake all necessary housekeeping duties so that dispensary is kept clean and tidy. Work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall business objectives.
Benefits include NHS pension (23.7% employer contribution), support for CPD, 5 weeks annual leave. Pay dependent on experience/qualification.

If you would like further information then please contact Nikki Murphy, Dispensary Supervisor, Susan Mckenzie, Practice Manager or Hannah Parsons, Deputy PM, on 01403 822103

Closing date - 24/12/2025

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Horsham RH12 3HB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person