Dispensary Technician

What is the job?

The key purpose of this position is to prepare prescriptions efficiently and accurately under the close supervision and guidance of the pharmacist.

Candidates will:

· Provide first class service to all customers
· Perform front of the shop activities as directed
· Accurately prepare all documentation and medicine to permit checking of the prescription by the pharmacist
· Maintain an up to date knowledge of computer dispensary operations
· Maintain and apply stock control procedures
· Maintain up to date knowledge of National Health Scheme (NHS)
· Maintain up to date knowledge of scheduling of medications

Skills and experiences required

· Have at least 2 years full time experience as a Computer Operator / or the completion of the National Dispensary Technicians Training Course / or demonstrated the required competencies
· Ability to compile a minimum of 180 scripts per day in conjunction with the pharmacist
· Sound customer service/relations skills
· Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy at all times
· Ability to communicate effectively with all other dispensary staff and customers
· Organised and tidy approach to work and the work environment
· Ability to focus on a single activity for long periods of time