About us
We are looking for a dispenser to join our friendly and supportive team of GPs, Nurse practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and non-clinical team members at Wragby Surgery. The surgery is purpose-built and our mission is to provide high-quality, friendly and accessible primary healthcare to our patients, in the town of Wragby and the surrounding villages. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in patient care, ensuring our patients receive their medication safely and accurately.
About the role
As a Dispenser, you will be responsible for accurately dispensing prescribed medications to patients, maintaining dispensary stock, and providing excellent customer care. You will work closely with GPs, nurse practitioners, and the wider practice team to ensure smooth and safe dispensing for all our patients. The key tasks are outlined below:
· Accurately dispense repeat and acute prescriptions
· Advise patients on their medication in a clear and friendly manner
· Collect prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the prescription is filled in and signed by the patient.
· Manage and order dispensary stock
· Ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner and operate efficient stock control
· Ensure that shelves, all work surfaces and dispensary equipment are regularly cleaned and kept in good working order
· Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received
· Support the clinical team with prescription queries
· Undertake any necessary work as may be required to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service.
About you
We’re looking for a qualified dispenser with recent experience (NVQ level 2 for Dispensing Doctors or BTEC equivalent) who shares our values of striving for excellence while being caring, respectful and patient led.
Knowledge & Skills
· Excellent attention to detail
· Ability to prioritise work to ensure deadlines are met
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Ability to work calmly under pressure
· Ability to resolve problems & work with colleagues to implement solutions
Experience
· Experience of delivering an excellent service to patients
· Experience in handling confidential information
Personal Qualities
· Friendly and approachable
· Ability to use their own initiative
· Attention to detail, accuracy
· Meticulous, tidy and methodical in your approach to working.
· Able to work as part of an integrated and multi-skilled team.
What We Offer
· A supportive and welcoming team environment
· NHS pension scheme
· Ongoing training and development opportunities
· The satisfaction of making a real difference every day
Pay: £13.30 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
