Job Description

Job Title:

Trainee Dispenser / Dispenser

Location:

Greens Norton, Towcester (with flexibility to work across both practice sites)

Hours:

24 hours per week

Schedule:

Tuesday:

10:00 - 18:30

Thursday:

10:00 - 18:30

Friday:

10:00 - 18:30
(30-minute unpaid break each day)

Contract Type:

Part-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and detail-oriented Dispenser or Trainee Dispenser to join our friendly dispensary team.

An NVQ Level 2 in Dispensary Services is desirable, but we are happy to provide full training for the right candidate who demonstrates enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

You will play an important role in ensuring patients receive safe, accurate, and efficient dispensing services. This role will requireflexibility to work across both practice sites, supporting our dispensary teams as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

Check all medicines dispensed, ensuring accuracy and safety Dispense prescriptions to patients in line with practice protocols Collect prescription charges and handle payments appropriately Maintain stock levels and liaise with the Dispensary Lead regarding reordering Receive and store supplies, ensuring compliance with cold chain policies Dispense controlled drugs in accordance with practice policy Safely dispose of returned or out-of-date medicines Process repeat prescriptions within agreed timeframes Provide patients with advice and guidance on prescription-related queries Manage prescription requests received via email, phone, fax, in person, and online Assist the Dispensary Lead with monthly returns Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment Keep accurate records and ensure correct coding of all entries

Secondary Responsibilities

Participate in audits as directed by the Dispensing Lead Support and guide trainee dispensary staff and students Stay up to date with the latest guidance to ensure compliance with NICE, CQC, and other regulatory bodies

Requirements

Desirable:

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy or Dispensary Services Minimum 1 year of dispensary experience

Essential:

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Flexibility to work across both practice sites Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality

Benefits

Company pension Free on-site parking

Location

Greens Norton, Towcester

Applicants must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 15,238.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person