Job summary We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Pharmacy Dispenser to join the Pharmacy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you will play a crucial role in providing patient care and ensuring the safe and accurate administration of medications. Your responsibilities will include assisting pharmacists in dispensing prescriptions, maintaining inventory, and providing excellent customer service. Main duties of the job This is a full-time role (37.5 hours) post for a Band 3 pharmacy dispenser who will play an integral part of the medicines optimisation clinical services team providing a Pharmacy service and working closely within the multi-disciplinary team. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £13.13 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number M0042-25-0863 Job locations Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties & Responsibilities Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications to patients Prepare and label prescription medications accurately Maintain proper storage and handling of medications Provide information and guidance to patients regarding medication usage and potential side effects Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate medication therapy Process insurance claims and handle billing inquiries Maintain accurate patient records and prescription files Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties & Responsibilities Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications to patients Prepare and label prescription medications accurately Maintain proper storage and handling of medications Provide information and guidance to patients regarding medication usage and potential side effects Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate medication therapy Process insurance claims and handle billing inquiries Maintain accurate patient records and prescription files Person Specification Experience Essential Must have Qualifications/Experience: Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals and medication administration Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Exceptional customer service skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems Person Specification Experience Essential Must have Qualifications/Experience: Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals and medication administration Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Exceptional customer service skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name NHS Professionals Limited Address Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)