The closing date is 23rd Jun 2026
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Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arrived at Musgrove Park Hospital!
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and has good communication and interpersonal skills to join our brand-new Outpatient Pharmacy serving patients, visitors and the local community.
This is a rare chance to be part of a brand-new service from day one. The Outpatient Pharmacy will be opened Monday - Friday 9AM till 6PM, the pharmacy will not be opened on the weekends!
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our dispensary. You'll tailor conversations with every customer to help them feel informed and confident about their healthcare needs, while maintaining a professional and organised environment.
You'll be responsible for:
Dispensing outpatient and blister pack prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
Managing stock, including rotation and ordering, and liaising with procurement teams..
Ensuring compliance with SSL policies and standard operating procedures.
If you'd like to contribute to a service that directly impacts patient care and recovery, please apply now!
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Long service awards
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
Family friendly benefits including excellent parental leave packages and special leave options
Annual staff recognition awards
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Informal visits are more than welcome!
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
Good general education to include Science, Maths and English at grades A* to C
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience accredited by GPhC
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Experience
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Essential
Previous pharmacy experience
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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For help with your application, contact:
Shi Ning Ung
[email protected]
01935606603
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
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Band
Band 3
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Salary
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£25760.00 to £27476.00 Yearly
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Contract
Permanent
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Working pattern
Full-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-PU-4529
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Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
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