Pharmacy DispenserNHS

Job summary

An exciting new opportunity has arrived at Musgrove Park Hospital!

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and has good communication and interpersonal skills to join our brand-new Outpatient Pharmacy serving patients, visitors and the local community.

This is a rare chance to be part of a brand-new service from day one. The Outpatient Pharmacy will be opened Monday - Friday 9AM till 6PM, the pharmacy will not be opened on the weekends!

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our dispensary. You'll tailor conversations with every customer to help them feel informed and confident about their healthcare needs, while maintaining a professional and organised environment.

You'll be responsible for:

• Dispensing outpatient and blister pack prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
• Managing stock, including rotation and ordering, and liaising with procurement teams.
• Will assist with other medicines related duties i.e. medicines expiry checks, stock checks and returning medicines.
• Ensuring compliance with SSL policies and standard operating procedures.

If you'd like to contribute to a service that directly impacts patient care and recovery, please apply now!

Job description

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.

Informal visits are more than welcome!

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Long service awards
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• Family friendly benefits including excellent parental leave packages and special leave options
• Annual staff recognition awards

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.