About this role
Job summary
As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you will be an integral part of our pharmacy team, ensuring that medications are dispensed accurately and efficiently. You will work closely with pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and the CWP trust team to support effective treatment and enhance patient care across the Cheshire & Wirral region
Main duties of the job
Accurately dispense medications and other pharmaceutical products in accordance with prescriptions and hospital protocols. Assist with inventory management, including monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing pharmaceutical inventory. Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare staff, including addressing queries and providing medication-related information. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and hospital guidelines in all dispensing activities. Maintain meticulous records of dispensed medications and manage patient information with confidentiality. Support the pharmacy team with additional administrative tasks and operational duties as needed.
About us
Fairview Health is a rapidly expanding organisation dedicated to providing safe, efficient access to medicines across NHS Trusts, Unscheduled Care, and Primary Care settings. We operate a growing network of pharmacies and WDA-licensed premises across London, Gloucester, the West Midlands, and the North of England, supporting both Community and Mental Health Trusts.
We are now strengthening our team at our on-site pharmacy based at Bowmere Hospital in Chester, where Fairview operates the dispensary responsible for supplying medicines exclusively for Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust inpatient units and outpatient clinics.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a Pharmacy Dispenser who is keen to work in a hospital environment, particularly within a Mental Health Trust, while being fully employed and supported by Fairview Health.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Pharmacy Dispenser will support the delivery of a safe, accurate, and efficient dispensary service within the Fairview operated pharmacy at Bowmere Hospital. The service provides medicines exclusively for Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust inpatient units and outpatient clinics.
Working as part of a busy hospital based dispensary team, the postholder will be responsible for accurately dispensing medications under the supervision of a Pharmacist, ensuring all medicines are prepared in accordance with legal, clinical and Fairview standards. .
The Pharmacy Dispenser will work closely with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and wider clinical teams to ensure timely supply of medicines to mental health wards and services. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary setting are essential.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a hospital environment within a Mental Health Trust while being fully employed and supported by Fairview Health.
A full Job Description will be shared with candidates upon application.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Previous experience in a dispensary environment, ideally with Dispenser responsibility.
Desirable
Experience with pharmacy IT system is advantageous.
Qualifications Essential
Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
Equivalent qualification.
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety. Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team. Ability to manage workload efficiently in a busy, service driven environment.
Desirable
Experience with pharmacy IT system is advantageous
Employer details Employer name Fairview Health Ltd
Address Fairview Health Pharmacy
Bowmere Hospital,
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1BQ
Employer's website https://fairviewhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)