Job Description
The hourly rate for this role is £12.60 and up to £14.13 across selected locations within London. The hourly rate will increase after 6 months in role. No previous experience is required, and full training will be provided.
About the opportunity
As a Trainee Dispenser working within one of our stores, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team, supporting the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy and healthcare services.
Working within the healthcare department of the store while completing your Dispenser training (NVQ2), you will build relationships with patients by listening and understanding their needs. Your responsibilities will include greeting customers, dispensing prescriptions, ensuring the safe sale of medicines, and providing advice to support patients in making informed health decisions. This role is based in-store within the UK; remote applications will not be considered, and applications from outside the UK will only be progressed if relevant UK qualifications and right to work can be confirmed and evidenced.
Key responsibilities
1. Complete your training for the Pharmacy Advisor NVQ2 programme.
2. Dispense prescriptions safely, including ordering medicines, labelling, endorsing, and collection of prescriptions.
3. Collaborate with healthcare professionals in your store to assist in managing and delivering pharmacy services.
4. Provide care and advice to patients about medicines and refer queries to the Pharmacist as appropriate.
5. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the safe and legal dispensing of prescriptions.
6. Stay updated with new innovations and comply with operational processes.
7. Support patients in managing their prescriptions and medicines effectively to promote adherence and reduce waste.
8. Work with evolving technologies to improve dispensing processes, enhancing patient safety and allowing more time for patient interaction.
You will receive regular updates and training to develop your healthcare knowledge, with opportunities for career development, including training as a Pharmacy Technician or store leadership roles.
Requirements
* Desire to learn and complete the Dispenser training programme (NVQ2).
* Current and valid UK right to work; role is not eligible for sponsorship.
* Experience working in community pharmacy.
Benefits
* Discretionary Christmas Gift Payment.
* Generous staff discount.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for expecting or adopting parents.
* Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health.
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