Dispensing Assistant (Dispenser) - Boots UK
Southampton, England, United Kingdom · Part Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 1,392 – GBP 1,664 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- NVQ2 Pharmacy Advisor or equivalent / Enrollment in MPharm program
- Eligibility
- Applicants must demonstrate a current, valid right to work in the UK. Only candidates with appropriate UK pharmacy qualifications or relevant progression toward such qualifications will be considered. Applications from outside the UK without eligibility will not be processed.
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- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role Summary
Join Boots UK as a key member of the pharmacy team within a store environment, helping to support pharmacists and healthcare professionals to deliver safe and efficient pharmaceutical care. This position involves direct engagement with patients, ensuring prescriptions are dispensed accurately and that customers receive informed advice about their medication and health.
Key Responsibilities
- Dispense prescriptions accurately, managing medicine ordering, labeling, endorsing, and collection safely.
- Collaborate with healthcare colleagues in-store to support pharmacy service management and delivery.
- Provide medication guidance to patients and escalate inquiries to the pharmacist as necessary.
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to guarantee safety and legal compliance in dispensing.
- Stay informed on new pharmacy innovations and comply with operational protocols.
- Assist patients in managing repeat prescriptions effectively to improve adherence and minimize waste.
- Embrace advancing in-store technologies to enhance dispensing processes and patient interaction.
Qualifications and Eligibility
- Possess an NVQ2 Pharmacy Advisor qualification or equivalent, or be actively pursuing an MPharm degree with at least one completed year.
- Have verified current legal right to work in the UK; sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa is not available.
- Community pharmacy experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
Benefits and Additional Details
- Hourly wage starting from £13.92 up to £16.64, varying by London locations.
- Eligibility for discretionary Christmas bonuses.
- Staff discounts and flexible benefit options.
- Enhanced parental leave pay including gift cards.
- Access to confidential 24/7 employee support services.
- Opportunities for career development including Pharmacy Technician training and leadership roles.
Notes and Conditions
This role is onsite within the UK, and remote applications or candidates without UK work eligibility will not advance. Successful candidates must complete appropriate background checks (e.g., DBS, PVG, Access NI) depending on location. Boots embraces inclusivity and is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants with criminal records case-by-case. Reasonable accommodations during recruitment are available if requested.