Dispenser/Dispensary Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Swaffham, PE37 7QN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3977-26-0003 |
Summary
The job purpose is to ensure that all medicines are dispensed in a safe and timely manner adhering to all legal requirements and Practice Standard Operating Procedures. Provide a high level of service to patients, doctors, nurses and other members of the Practice team. Dispensary duties include: Ensure dispensing procedures are carried out adhering to Practice SOPs; Participate in weekly monitored dose system orders; hand out prescriptions and dispensed items and collect payment as necessary; ensure outstanding queries are explained and handed over to next shift as necessary; undertake DRUMs as required; respond to needs of doctors and nurses during surgery; ensure drug alerts are dealt with promptly; maintain high standards of cleanliness on shelves and work surfaces; ensure dispensary equipment is kept clean and in good working order. More general duties are found on the attached job description.