Salary: National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage (depending on age)
Are you looking to build a career in healthcare and gain a recognised dispensing qualification while working in a supportive GP practice?
New Coningsby Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Dispensary Assistant to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in dispensing. If you do not already hold the required qualification, you will be supported to complete the Level 2 Support Staff Course for Dispensing Assistants.
You can view the course requirements here:
https://www.buttercupstraining.co.uk/pharmacy/support-staff-course-dispensing-assistants
As a Dispensary Assistant, you will work alongside our experienced dispensary team, supporting the safe and efficient running of the dispensary while completing the Level 2 Support Staff Course for Dispensing Assistants (if required).
Your duties will include:
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Receiving prescriptions and processing prescription requests.
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Assembling prescribed items under the supervision of qualified dispensing staff.
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Assisting with the issuing of prescribed items to patients, following practice procedures.
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Handling telephone calls and patient enquiries in a professional and helpful manner.
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Maintaining accurate patient records in line with confidentiality and data protection requirements.
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Ordering, receiving, checking and maintaining pharmaceutical stock, including stock rotation and monthly stock audits.
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Supporting the wider dispensary team with administrative tasks to ensure an efficient service for patients.
You will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 18:30, on a rota basis. Flexibility is essential.
We are looking for someone who is:
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Willing to complete the Level 2 Support Staff Course for Dispensing Assistants (if not already qualified).
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Organised, accurate and able to follow procedures carefully.
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Friendly and approachable, with excellent customer service skills.
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Confident using IT systems (training will be provided where required).
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A team player with good communication skills.
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A driver with access to transport (essential due to travel between our sites).
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Support to complete the Level 2 Support Staff Course for Dispensing Assistants, where required.
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Ongoing training and mentoring from our experienced Dispensers and Dispensary Lead.
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A friendly and collaborative working environment where you will be encouraged to develop your skills.
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NHS Pension Scheme (23.7% employer contribution).
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Generous annual leave entitlement (36 days including bank holidays).
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Staff social events and employee awards.
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Free parking.
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Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
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Opportunities for career progression within The Welby Group.
The Welby Group manages five GP practices across Lincolnshire, serving over 43,500 patients. We're known for being forward-thinking and committed to improving patient care through innovation and collaboration. We value people who bring enthusiasm, creativity and a positive attitude.
We live by our values: Opportunity, Enthusiasm, Support, Innovation, Family and Balance. If you're looking for a place where you'll be supported to develop your career and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send us your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit.
For any questions about the role, please contact Cheila at [email protected].
The Welby Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for everyone.
