Job Summary
We are looking for a friendly, reliable and organised Dispensary Receptionist to join our team at our rural dispensing doctors’ practice.
This is a varied, patient-facing role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with people and is able to work accurately and calmly in a busy practice environment.
Hours of Work
The regular hours are:
- Monday: 7.30am – 11.30am
- Wednesday: 7.30am – 11.30am
- Thursday: 7.30am – 11.30am
- Friday: 7.30am – 11.30am
- Saturdays: As required
- Additional hours: To cover staff sickness and annual leave when needed
Total Hours 16
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties, including:
- Providing a friendly and professional service to patients
- Receiving and assisting patients at the dispensary
- Handing out patients’ medication in accordance with practice procedures
- Ordering and receiving medication requests
- Filing and maintaining accurate records
- Handling cash and card payments
- Answering queries and providing general assistance to patients
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised dispensary
- Working as part of the wider practice team to ensure patients receive an efficient and welcoming service
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, approachable and professional
- Reliable and punctual
- Organised and able to work accurately
- Comfortable handling cash and card payments
- Confident dealing with members of the public
- Able to work independently as well as part of a small team
- Flexible and willing to provide additional cover when required
- Respectful of patient confidentiality and sensitive information
Previous experience in a GP practice, pharmacy or dispensary would be advantageous, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
