About this role
Job summary
Kingswell Surgery is seeking an experienced NVQ-qualified Dispenser to join our friendly and dedicated team on a part time basis with the actual number of hours negotiable. A willingness to provide cover for colleagues leave is essential.
Main duties of the job
NVQ Level 2 in Dispensary Services or an equivalent pharmacy services qualification
A minimum of 2 years experience in a dispensary or pharmacy setting
Previous experience working as a dispenser within a GP practice
Strong clinical and medication knowledge relevant to the role
A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
Confidence working within a busy, multi-disciplinary GP practice team
The ability to use your own initiative and make sound decisions
Adaptability and a flexible approach to daily tasks
Excellent patient-facing and interpersonal communication skills
If you think youre the right fit for our team, wed love to hear from you.
About us
Kingswell Surgery is a busy and friendly dispensing practice in rural Penistone, caring for approximately 6000 patients. We are part of the Barnsley PCN and fall under South Yorkshire ICB.
Our practice team currently includes 2 GP Partners, 3 salaried GPs, 2 Practice Nurses, 3 Healthcare Assistants, 1 pharmacist, 2 Dispensers and an administration/reception team.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a valued member of our dispensary team, your key responsibilities will include:
Accurately dispensing and checking medicines for our patient population
Collecting prescription charges in line with protocol
Maintaining stock levels and supporting reordering processes
Receiving and storing supplies, ensuring correct handling and cold-chain compliance
Dispensing controlled drugs in accordance with practice policy
Safe disposal of returned and out-of-date medication
Processing repeat prescriptions within our 48-hour target
Providing clear, helpful advice to patients about their prescriptions
Managing prescription requests via email, telephone, online systems and face-to-face
Supporting monthly dispensary returns
Maintaining accurate records and following all Standard Operating Procedures
Helping maintain a clean, safe and organised dispensary environment
Providing cover for colleagues annual or sick leave
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing (or equivalent) GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths at Grade C or above
Experience Desirable
Experience of working in a dispensary Experience working with the general public/patients
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Kingswell Surgery
Address 40 Shrewsbury Road
Penistone
Sheffield
S36 6DY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.kingswellsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)