Job Summary
Dispenses medicines to outpatients and inpatients, maintains a clean dispensary environment, and supports pharmacy operations.
Responsibilities
* Dispense medicines to outpatients and inpatients.
* Ensure good housekeeping in the dispensary by keeping benches and baskets clear of drugs no longer required.
* Organise and maintain medicine supplies within the dispensary.
* Resolve stock issues according to departmental procedures.
* Provide Pharmacy Dispensary support.
* Deal with enquiries from patients and healthcare staff.
* Undertake related clerical duties.
* Train and supervise staff.
* Dispense and counsel patients.
* Provide a top‑up service of stock items to wards and departments where required.
* Cover reception for outpatients and inpatients requiring use of digital systems.
* Be competent in the use of automated dispensing equipment and resolve operational issues.
Working for our organisation
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon, offering a full range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust is developing a new state‑of‑the‑art facility and is committed to high‑quality, safe and compassionate care, working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services and the wider North West London Integrated Care System.
Important Information Regarding Applications
The Trust seeks candidates who demonstrate the right skills and values. The recruitment process monitors AI use; any misuse may affect outcomes. Applications will be reviewed within 2 weeks of the closing date unless otherwise notified. All candidates are considered, and priority is given to those at risk in London or participating in the NHS London Redeployment Scheme if they meet the essential criteria.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community to ensure our workforce is representative of the population. The Trust reserves the right to reject applications that do not meet the requirements or contain specific registration issues.
For full role requirements and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
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