GP Practice Dispenser / Dispensary Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Canterbury, CT4 7JX
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Oct 2026
Closing date:	30 Oct 2026

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Summary

As a member of the dispensary team, you will: Prepare, label and dispense medication accurately in accordance with prescriptions, practice procedures and relevant professional requirements. Check dispensed medicines carefully against prescriptions and refer any uncertainty to the appropriate GP or authorised clinician. Process repeat prescription requests and help ensure prescriptions and medication are prepared within the required timescales. Provide a calm, courteous and helpful service to patients, responding appropriately to medication and prescription queries within the boundaries of the role. Act as an effective link between patients, clinicians and other members of the practice team. Maintain complete and accurate dispensing records within the patient record. Order medication and other dispensary supplies through the appropriate wholesaler systems. Receive and check deliveries, record the required information and arrange the return of incorrect or unsuitable goods. Rotate stock, monitor expiry dates and ensure medicines are stored safely and correctly. Maintain the cold chain for refrigerated medicines and complete the required monitoring records. Collect prescription charges and ensure that the relevant patient declarations are completed correctly. Support the safe management and required documentation of controlled drugs, including assisting with reconciliation where requested. Help maintain a clean, tidy, organised and safe dispensary environment. Work collaboratively with the dispensary team, GPs, nurses, Practice Manager and other colleagues. Participate in relevant induction, training and continuing development. Provide reasonable support to the reception team when required. Undertake other appropriate duties requested by the Partners or Practice Manager.

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