Job Overview:
Mediland Pharmacy is an NHS-contracted Distance selling pharmacy pharmacy based in Birmingham, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare services across the UK.
Our aim is to make healthcare accessible to everyone, regardless of your location or busy schedules. We understand that your health is important, which is why we are here to support you in your health journey.
We offer a wide range of medications, including prescription medication, over-the-counter medications and health products. All of our items are discreetly packaged and delivered straight to your doorstep.
Our team of Pharmacists and highly trained staff are here to help you with any questions that you have and are committed to providing you with the best possible service.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled PHARMACY DISPENSER to join our team.
- Pharmacy dispenser supports the pharmacist and wider pharmacy team in providing safe, accurate, and efficient patient care. Key responsibilities typically include:For Mediland Pharmacy, these responsibilities can be tailored specifically to an NHS-contract pharmacy providing UK-wide patient-centred services, including home delivery and remote patient support.
- Receiving and processing NHS and private prescriptions accurately.
- Preparing, dispensing, and labelling medicines under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Ensuring the correct medicine, strength, quantity, and formulation are supplied.
- Maintaining patient confidentiality and handling personal information in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Providing patients with appropriate information about their medicines, referring clinical questions to the pharmacist when required.
- Supporting prescription collection, delivery, and patient communication services.
- Receiving deliveries and storing medicines safely and appropriately.
- Identifying and reporting dispensing errors, discrepancies, or potential medication-related concerns to the pharmacist.
- Supporting controlled drug procedures and other legal and regulatory requirements.
- Keeping the dispensary clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety standards.
- Assisting with NHS services and other pharmacy-led patient care initiatives.
- Working effectively with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, delivery teams, and other healthcare professionals.
- Providing friendly, respectful, and patient-centred service at all times.
- Following the pharmacy's standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and safeguarding requirements.
- Participating in ongoing training and maintaining professional competence.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Pharmacy Dispenser is essential.
- Good knowledge and understanding of the dispensing process.
- Experience using PMR systems such as Titan and RX Web is highly desirable.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to dispensing accuracy.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a pharmacy team.
- Good understanding of patient confidentiality and pharmacy procedures.
- Ability to manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to providing safe, professional, and patient-centred care.
- Willingness to follow pharmacy SOPs, NHS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards.
Experience with Titan or RX Web PMR systems will be considered a strong advantage.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance, Graduate
Pay: £13.00-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Pharmacy technician: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
