Pharmacy Dispenser
- Location: West Midlands
- Schedule: 21:00pm to 09:00 am (12-hour shift, 1 hour of breaks – 30 minutes of which is paid)
- Employment Type: Ad Hoc,Onsite Only
- Rate: £16.52/ hour PAYE or £19.00/hour Umbrella PAYE
Position Overview:
We’re looking for a dispenser to join a multidisciplinary team comprised of professionals from engineering, science, clinical research, healthcare, marketing, and customer service. United by a shared mission, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care to those who rely on our services.
As a key member of our clinical operations, you’ll be responsible for the accurate and compliant fulfilment of prescriptions, contributing to the overall safety and wellbeing of our patients.
Your Key Responsibilities:
1. Dispense medications according to written prescriptions, adhering to internal procedures and legal regulations.
2. Accurately label pharmaceutical products and coordinate dispatches to ensure on-time delivery to patients.
3. Keep patient records up to date in compliance with data privacy standards.
4. Flag any issues or questions related to prescriptions to the supervising pharmacist.
5. Manage inventory, including stock intake, rotation, and monitoring of expiry dates.
6. Store medication correctly and securely at all times.
7. Conduct daily inventory audits to maintain availability of required treatments.
8. Log and manage returned items through the stock issue reporting process.
9. Ensure GP communications are sent promptly and follow up with patients when necessary.
10. Organise batch documentation while keeping expiration dates in mind.
Required skills and experience:
11. Completion of a recognised NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Dispensing, under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist or Accredited Checking Technician (ACT).
12. High accuracy, excellent organisation, and strong attention to detail.
13. Comfortable using computers, particularly within Windows environments.
14. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume dispensing setting.
Why work with us:
15. Established expertise: Pertemps has roots dating back to 1961, combining decades of recruitment experience with a modern, agile approach to healthcare staffing
16. NHS Approved: Approved on all major NHS Frameworks for Doctors, AHPs and Nursing, giving access to a wider range of opportunities
17. Pharmacy Specialists: Out Pharmacy team brings over 25 years of specialist recruitment experience
18. Service-Focused: Straightforward, service-focused approach makes recruitment simple and effective
19. Candidate benefits: You’ll benefit from a dedicated specialist and weekly payroll ensuring a smooth, supportive and efficient recruitment experience