Job Description

Taurus Healthcare Ltd is advertising this position on behalf of:
Weobley Surgeries & Staunton on Wye Surgeries.
This is part time position for 16 Hours per week working the following pattern :-

• Monday 8.45am-1.15pm
• Tuesday 8.45am-1.15pm.
• Wednesday 8.45am -1.15pm
• Thursday 8.45am 1.15pm

The Weobley and Staunton on Wye Practice is a rural dispensing GP Surgery, split across two locations with approximately 6,500 patients. We are looking for a qualified Dispenser / Trainee Dispenser who will project a positive and friendly image to patients and who is professional, efficient and enthusiastic with a flexible approach to fill this permanent position. On the job training will be provided if required.
It is important to note that the successful candidate will also be required to undertake sickness and holiday cover in addition to their contracted hours as part of the Dispensary rota.
Informal enquiries can be directed to our Dispensary Manager Claire Coultas by telephone on 01544 318472
Interview date: W/c 10/11/2025
Main duties of the job

• Take requests for prescription repeats via the telephone, online or over the counter
• Issue paper and electronic prescriptions to dispensing and non-dispensing patients within the required timescales for monthly repeat prescriptions
• Prepare information for GPs regarding requests for Dosset boxes and prepare boxes as appropriate
• Checking of dispensed prescriptions for signature/endorsements and oversee the sorting into paid/unpaid by doctor
• Submission of all unsigned prescriptions to the Partners, ensure nurses prescriptions are completed for stock used, oversee sorting post-dated prescriptions
• Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

*Please see job description for full duties*
About us
Taurus Healthcare Ltd is advertising this position on behalf of Weobley & Staunton Surgery. This means that Weobley & Staunton Surgery is the employing organisation and will make the final decision on appointing candidates.
Taurus Healthcare Ltd, on behalf of Weobley & Staunton Surgeries, will collate all relevant information for the purpose of the recruitment and pre-employment check process.
This information will then be securely transferred to Weobley & Staunton Surgeries.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
13.32 to 13.59 an hour Dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
S0001-25-0080
Job locations
The Surgery
Gadbridge Road
Weobley
Hereford
HR4 8SN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
The post-holder will project a positive and friendly image to dispensary patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way across both Weobley & Staunton on Wye Surgeries.
To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses, where appropriate,
in accordance with the principles of good practice, dispensing and sale of prescriptions and medicines/appliances and assist with stock control, ordering and re-stocking of the dispensary
Job Responsibilities:

• To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.
• To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.
• To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the Practice are appropriately stored and a record kept of all financial transactions.
• Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesalers computer link
• Check incoming stock against the invoice. Enter stock onto EMIS LV for stock control. Identify any errors in incoming stock and report to wholesaler and re-order item if necessary.
• To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the Practice Manager or Dispensary Manager according to Practice policy.
• To operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the Practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.
• To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.
• To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.
• To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.
• To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record and logbook.
• To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate.

*A full & Person Specification is attached to this advert* Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
The post-holder will project a positive and friendly image to dispensary patients and other visitors and deal with queries in a professional, courteous and efficient way across both Weobley & Staunton on Wye Surgeries.
To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses, where appropriate,
in accordance with the principles of good practice, dispensing and sale of prescriptions and medicines/appliances and assist with stock control, ordering and re-stocking of the dispensary
Job Responsibilities:

• To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.
• To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.
• To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the Practice are appropriately stored and a record kept of all financial transactions.
• Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesalers computer link
• Check incoming stock against the invoice. Enter stock onto EMIS LV for stock control. Identify any errors in incoming stock and report to wholesaler and re-order item if necessary.
• To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the Practice Manager or Dispensary Manager according to Practice policy.
• To operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the Practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.
• To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.
• To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.
• To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.
• To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record and logbook.
• To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate.

*A full & Person Specification is attached to this advert*
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Previous stock and quality control experience.
• Computer literate with excellent keyboard skills.
• Used to handling and reconciling cash.
• Self-starter, able to work on own initiative, following set procedures and protocols.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in General Practice Dispensary or Hospital Pharmacy.
• Use of clinical system software eg. EMIS.
• Reception/Customer Care experience

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Excellent communicator both verbally and written demonstrated with people at all levels and in all circumstances.
• Ability to organise own tasks and work systematically.
• Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.
• An enquiring mind with a willingness to learn new skills and procedures.

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Be able to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to working within a large Primary Care Team
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Capable of working unsupervised
• Capable of consistent accuracy and concentration under pressure
• Keen to learn new skills

Desirable

• Self-motivated but aware of limits of authority

Knowledge & Understanding
Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to good standards of patient care
• Enjoys working as part of a Primary Care Team
• Flexible in approach to work and ability to cover colleagues during leave/busy periods

Desirable

• Understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety in the workplace.

Qualifications
Essential

• Good level of education to GCSE standard or equivalent
• BTEC/NPA qualification in Dispensing or similar standard of training ie. NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Previous stock and quality control experience.
• Computer literate with excellent keyboard skills.
• Used to handling and reconciling cash.
• Self-starter, able to work on own initiative, following set procedures and protocols.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in General Practice Dispensary or Hospital Pharmacy.
• Use of clinical system software eg. EMIS.
• Reception/Customer Care experience

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Excellent communicator both verbally and written demonstrated with people at all levels and in all circumstances.
• Ability to organise own tasks and work systematically.
• Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.
• An enquiring mind with a willingness to learn new skills and procedures.

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Be able to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to working within a large Primary Care Team
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Capable of working unsupervised
• Capable of consistent accuracy and concentration under pressure
• Keen to learn new skills

Desirable

• Self-motivated but aware of limits of authority

Knowledge & Understanding
Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to good standards of patient care
• Enjoys working as part of a Primary Care Team
• Flexible in approach to work and ability to cover colleagues during leave/busy periods

Desirable

• Understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety in the workplace.

Qualifications
Essential

• Good level of education to GCSE standard or equivalent
• BTEC/NPA qualification in Dispensing or similar standard of training ie. NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing

Skills Required