Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Hedingham Medical Centre for an NVQ 2 or equivalent qualified dispenser to join our friendly, dedicated team in our semi-rural practice. This position is offered on a part-time basis for 16 hours per week working various shifts, mornings and afternoons, with the flexibility to cover for holiday and sickness for colleagues. Main duties of the job Process all relevant prescriptions and repeat prescriptions accurately and efficiently. Assist the dispensary manager. Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription. Collect all due prescription charges. Answer and deal withdispensary phone enquiries. Monitor patients exemption status. Sort and dispose of unwanted/returned medication. Any other duties to assist in the smooth day to day running of the dispensary and surgery as directed by the dispensary manager. Please note, we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. We urge candidates to apply as early as possible. About us Hedingham Medical Centre is situated in the picturesque villages of Castle and Sible Hedingham, we are a dispensing practice committed to providing high-quality, patient focused care to our population of 9350. Rated Good by CQC in all areas, our team is enthusiastic and motived. We plan to move to a brand-new purpose-built medical centre soon. You will be joining our team of 3 GP partners, 6 salaried GPs, 2 ANPs, 5 practice nurses, 2 HCAs and our dedicated dispensary, reception and administration teams. Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience - depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 8469-4 Job locations 10 Falcon Square Castle Hedingham Halstead Essex CO9 3BY Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You will have at least a NVQ Level 2 dispensary or equivalent. Experience Essential Enthusiastic and well motivated. Knowledge of SystmOne would be an advantage but full training will be given to the right candidate. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Organised and work well under pressure. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You will have at least a NVQ Level 2 dispensary or equivalent. Experience Essential Enthusiastic and well motivated. Knowledge of SystmOne would be an advantage but full training will be given to the right candidate. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Organised and work well under pressure. 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 Primary Care Careers Address 10 Falcon Square Castle Hedingham Halstead Essex CO9 3BY Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)