Job Description

Please note - only dispensers with NVQ2 (or above) in dispensing services will be considered for this role.

We are a semi-rural dispensing GP practice with a registered list size of 5,500 patients. Our dispensary is located in our branch surgery which is in the picturesque village of Burley in the New Forest, not far from Ringwood and Christchurch. We are looking for a second qualified dispenser to assist in the smooth running of our dispensary service to approximately 1500 of our patients.

Key Responsibilities

Dispensing & Clinical Support:

Dispense prescription medication and other medical products to patients under the direction of the GP Partners. Count pills, label bottles and box medications to prepare prescriptions in accordance with SOPs. Dispense controlled drugs and private scripts safely and in line with surgery SOPs. Supply patients with information and education on their prescribed medication. Assist with reviews of medication including the Dispensing Review of Use of Medication (DRUM) and reauthorisation process. Answer patient questions regarding medication, under the supervision and guidance of the GP. Date-check stock and dispose of returned medication in line with regulations and practice policies. Place orders for medications and ensure availability of stock to meet patient demand. Maintain and update electronic patient records accurately and confidentially.

Administrative & Operational Tasks:

Perform administrative duties including answering phone calls, receiving and inputting prescription requests, and handling prescription queries. Source, purchase, and manage stock, ensuring timely ordering and accurate stock records. This will also involve managing stock to provide a cost-effective process. Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised dispensary environment. Support with audits, inspections, and quality improvement processes. Keep up to date with mandatory training and supplementary learning. Support and assist other team members as required

Part-Time Vacancy - 11 hours per week

Thursdays 8.00am-1.30pm

Fridays 8.00am-1.30pm

From time to time, you will also be asked to work additional hours to cover your dispensing colleague.

Working Conditions

Twin Oaks Medical Centre has a friendly and efficient team of staff who all strive to provide the best service they can for our patients. We have a Good CQC rating and always score highly in the annual NHS England patient survey.

Salary range 12.45 to 13.45 per hour, depending on experience and completion of a probationary period.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.45-13.45 per hour

Expected hours: 11 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/10/2025