Company Name
Winstree Medical Practice
All Locations
Colchester
Advertising Salary
£13.20 per hour
Function
Pharmacy Support
Careers Site Advertising End Date
13 Oct 2026
Vacancy ID
29999

About the Role

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Pharmacy Dispenser, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring patients receive accurate and timely medication support. In this engaging position, you will assist Dispensary Manager and team by preparing and dispensing prescriptions, managing medication inventories, and providing exceptional patient care. Your energetic approach will contribute to a positive Dispensary environment, helping patients feel confident and cared for with every interaction.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Accurately dispense prescribed medication ensuring correct dosage and labelling.
  • Assist with medication administration procedures, including preparing and delivering medications to patients or healthcare providers.
  • Manage inventory levels by restocking shelves, checking expiration dates, and recording medication stock movements diligently.
  • Provide friendly and professional patient care by answering questions about medications, usage instructions, and safety precautions.
  • Maintain detailed records of dispensed medications, patient interactions, and inventory transactions to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Support the Dispensary team during busy periods by organizing supplies and assisting with administrative tasks as needed.
  • Follow all safety protocols and hygiene standards to uphold a secure and clean dispensary environment.

About the Candidate

To be considered for this position, you will require the following:  

  • Prior experience as a pharmacy/ GP dispensary required qualified to NVQ2 or higher
  • Familiarity with medication administration processes and pharmacy software systems is advantageous.
  • Strong commitment to patient care with excellent communication skills to effectively assist diverse populations.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately while maintaining attention to detail in fast-paced settings.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Dispensary regulations, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements.

This position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in Dispensary services while delivering compassionate care. We value energetic team players who are dedicated to supporting patient health through precise medication management and outstanding service

About Us

Winstree Medical Practice have two sites, Winstree Road in Stanway and Malting Green Road, in Layer De La Haye. We are a semi-rural surgery with a patient list of 9000 and growing. We are part of a  well lead PCN which provides us with a varied team of clinicians to work within our surgery.

Our overarching objective is to deliver the highest standard of care. We work collaboratively with colleagues in the NHS, public and community services to make as much of an impact to improving patient access and care. Patient-centred care is a firm belief in our network, and we are looking for energetic and proactive individuals that will enjoy working within our team.
 

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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