Job Description

About the Role

Helmsley Medical Centre is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic

Pharmacy Dispenser

to join our friendly, patient-focused pharmacy team on a part-time basis, working

24 hours per week across Monday, Thursday and Friday

.

As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you'll be at the heart of our patient care, ensuring the accurate and efficient dispensing of medicines whilst providing exceptional customer service. You'll work alongside experienced pharmacy professionals in a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

What You'll Be Doing

Accurately dispensing prescriptions under pharmacist supervision in accordance with standard operating procedures Handling prescriptions and interacting professionally with patients, providing advice within your scope of competence Supporting the safe sale of over-the-counter medicines and retail products Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards Contributing to stock management, including date checking and ordering processes Recording and reviewing near misses and dispensing incidents as part of our quality improvement culture Participating in patient safety initiatives and team meetings Supporting the induction and training of new team members Ensuring the pharmacy environment remains clean, tidy and professionally presented Working collaboratively with pharmacy colleagues and other healthcare professionals to deliver excellent patient care

What We're Looking For

Essential:

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent recognised by GPhC) Experience working in a community pharmacy Understanding of near misses and dispensing incident procedures Experience handling prescriptions and interacting with patients Strong communication and customer service skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team IT literate Availability to work Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays

Desirable:

Recognised Medicines Counter Assistant qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Experience counselling patients on medicines within appropriate boundaries Previous involvement in training or supporting new team members Understanding of comprehensive pharmacy services beyond dispensing Stock management and inventory control experience

What We Offer

Supportive, collaborative working environment with experienced professionals Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities Career progression opportunities with the chance to champion specific pharmacy areas Friendly team atmosphere where staff are genuinely valued and respected Consistent working pattern (Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays) for excellent work-life balance Opportunity to contribute to service improvements and quality initiatives Competitive remuneration package (pro-rata) The satisfaction of making a real difference to patient care every day

About Us

At Helmsley Medical Centre, our pharmacy team plays an essential role in delivering outstanding patient care to our community. We're a forward-thinking practice that combines traditional values of compassion and professionalism with innovative approaches to healthcare.

We genuinely live our values every day - treating our staff with respect, honesty and appreciation. We maintain open communication, celebrate achievements, and create a workplace where people feel valued and motivated. Our team atmosphere is friendly yet professional, busy yet manageable, and challenging yet rewarding.

We believe in investing in our staff through comprehensive training, ongoing professional development, and creating genuine opportunities for career progression. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about pharmacy and committed to supporting each other's success.

Our pharmacy operates over five days to ensure accessibility for our community, and this role forms an important part of our service delivery.

Our Core Values

We treat people how we would like to be treated

- with dignity, respect, politeness, honesty and friendliness

We do what we say we're going to do

- being clear in our communications and making time to care

We focus on what matters most

- listening to patients and colleagues, making the right decisions

We are one team and we are best when we work together

- maintaining professionalism and setting common goals

We are passionate and creative in our work

- valuing ideas, seeking innovative solutions, and celebrating success

Working Hours

24 hours per week across three days:

Monday Thursday Friday
This consistent working pattern provides excellent work-life balance whilst ensuring you're a valued and integral part of our pharmacy team.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about pharmacy, committed to excellence, and ready to join a team that truly values its staff, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter explaining why you're interested in this role and what you can bring to our team.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Job Type:

Permanent, Part-Time

Hours:

24 hours per week

Required Qualifications:

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent (GPhC recognised)

Required Experience:

Community pharmacy experience Prescription handling and patient interaction

Schedule:

Part-time (24 hours per week) Monday, Thursday, Friday Day shift (8:30am to 5:00pm)

Work Location:

Helmsley Medical Centre

Helmsley Medical Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to appropriate pre-employment checks including DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. All employees must comply with confidentiality requirements in accordance with GDPR and Data Protection legislation.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.60 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person