About this role
Job summary
Longfield Medical Centre is recruiting for a dispenser on a part-time basis, working a maximum of 31.5 hours per week. The successful candidate will work as part of our busy dispensary team, ensuring the safe and efficient dispensing of medications to our patients. The role involves close collaboration with GPs, nurses and administrative staff, to provide an excellent service.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Processing and dispensing prescriptions accurately and efficiently Providing advice and support to patients regarding their medication Managing repeat prescriptions Maintaining accurate patient records Stock control and ordering of medication Accuracy checking dispensed medication Ensuring optimisation of medication Ensuring compliance with practice policies and dispensing regulations
About us
Our well-established, semi-rural training practice serves approximately 17,000 patients, including around 3,000 dispensing patients, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community.
We offer:
A friendly and supportive working environmentCompetitive salary (dependent on experience)NHS pension schemeOpportunities for training and professional developmentIf you are enthusiastic, patient-focused, and looking to join a welcoming and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.
Person Specification
We are looking for applicants who possess the following skills and characteristics: Essential
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team A flexible and positive approach to work
Desirable
Previous dispensing experience within a GP practice or community pharmacy is preferred Relevant dispensing qualification (or working towards one) desirable
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 Primary Care Careers
Address Princes Road
Maldon
Essex
CM9 5DF
Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)