Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the safe, efficient, and effective operation of our dispensary, ensuring outstanding care for our patients. The ideal candidate will be well-organised, dependable, and capable of performing under pressure.

You will serve as a positive role model by supporting and supervising other dispensary assistants, contributing to the smooth functioning of the service, and upholding the highest standards of professionalism.

Main Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Lead Pharmacy Technician to supervise, support, and train dispensary assistants across all aspects of the dispensary service.
• Participate in reviewing and updating procedures to improve service quality.
• Assist in managing staff absences and performance-related matters within the team.
• Ensure the precise receipt, storage, labelling, and dispensing of medications.
• Delegate tasks appropriately to maintain safe and efficient daily operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• GCSE or equivalent qualification including English and Mathematics.
• NVQ Level 2 qualification.
• Previous experience working in a reception area within a busy environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and skills in accurate data entry.
• Familiarity with ordering, receiving, and storing goods.
• Willingness to undertake Medicines Optimisation training (POD Assessment and Transcribing modules) if not already accredited.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Basic pharmaceutical knowledge.
• Experience with over-the-counter sales.
• Prior dispensing experience.
• Customer care understanding and experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork-oriented approach.
• Experience using Hyperspace and Willow pharmacy computer systems.

Working Environment and Benefits

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be an inclusive and disability confident employer, recognized with the Gold award for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We offer excellent development opportunities, including a variety of training programs for professional, management, leadership, and clinical skills.

We emphasize maintaining a healthy work-life balance, recognizing its importance for both staff and patients. Flexible working arrangements can be accommodated to meet both service and individual needs.

Our Trust services a population exceeding 900,000 people across several regions and is dedicated to continuous improvement of health and wellbeing in our communities. We have major investments in infrastructure, such as the new hospital at Frimley Park and cutting-edge facilities at Heatherwood Hospital and Wexham Park.

We are committed to sustainability and NHS Net Zero goals through environmentally responsible estate developments and sustainable practices embedded in operations.

Our newly implemented electronic patient record system enhances patient safety, connectivity, and efficiency, supporting improved care quality while reducing environmental impact.

Additional Information

This role does not include sponsorship. For inquiries, contact Harjit Bansal via email.