Dispenser (GP Practice)
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 April 2026 |
| Location: | Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0EN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2513-26-0000 |
Summary
Main Duties and Responsibilities: Process repeat and acute prescriptions in a timely and accurate manner Dispense medications in accordance with prescriptions, standard operating procedures and legal requirements Ensure all medications are correctly labelled and checked prior to issue Liaise with GPs and other clinicians regarding prescription queries or discrepancies Provide a professional and courteous service to patients, responding to queries and requests appropriately Manage and prioritise workload to ensure safe and efficient dispensing Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality is upheld at all times Support stock control, including ordering, receipt, storage and rotation of medications Ensure the dispensary is kept clean, organised and compliant with health and safety standards Identify and report any dispensing errors, incidents or near misses in line with practice procedures Participate in audits and support quality improvement within the dispensary Team Working: Work collaboratively with the dispensary, reception and clinical teams Support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment Communicate effectively with all members of staff to ensure continuity of service Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to patient and practice information at all times Comply with GDPR and data protection requirements Health & Safety: Adhere to practice health and safety policies Ensure safe handling and storage of medications Report any risks, incidents or concerns promptly Equality and Diversity: Act in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Training and Development: Participate in ongoing training and development as required Keep up to date with changes in dispensing practice and relevant guidelines Other Duties: Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as required by the Practice Manager