Dispenser
| Posting date: | 29 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2026 |
| Location: | Market Harborough, LE16 9BX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A1377-26-0015 |
Summary
Key Dispensing Responsibilities To dispense medication as directed by the GPs and in line with the Practice Protocol. To maintain stock control. To order drugs as required. To ensure the process of dispensing is timely and accurate. Maintain the on-call drug box stock supplies daily. Ensure proper procedure for the administration of controlled drugs. Key Administrative Responsibilities Responsibility for checking deliveries and making sure they match the order. Responsible for the collection and preparation of prescriptions for submission to PPA on a monthly basis. To collect monies from private patients and paying dispensary patients. Liaise with patients re exempt status and ensure all FP10's are processed correctly. To deal with telephone enquiries and face to face in a professional and friendly manner. Liaise closely with dispensing GP Lead. Key Team Responsibilities To be flexible and cover holiday and sickness of colleagues. To support and assist team members. Be willing to train staff as necessary. Ensure good lines of communication between colleagues. Ability to work under pressure and to tight timetables. Liaise with Practice Manager who oversees Dispensary. Key Miscellaneous Undertakings Understand and observe practice protocols and patient confidentiality. Attend month staff meetings. Take part in the annual performance appraisal system and undertake such training as is deemed necessary by the practice. Perform other task as required by the GPs and Managers which are reasonable and in line with the principles of this job description.