Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

OverviewWe are looking for an enthusiastic Dispensing Assistant who has gained, or is close to completing, their Level 2 Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services, to join our friendly team. This is a varied and interesting position based in our busy dispensary at Kingston Hospital. You will gain experience in different aspects of hospital pharmacy, with opportunities to learn about dispensing, chemotherapy and clinical trials. We welcome community-based dispensing assistants to apply for this position and you should be prepared to participate in a service that is moving towards seven-day operation, including weekends, Bank Holidays and late duties, according to rotas. To dispense clinically screened prescriptions including labelling, preparation, assembly and dispensing accurately and in a timely manner. ResponsibilitiesTo dispense controlled drugs (CDs) for patient discharges and ward stock, and to manage stock levels. To dispense chemotherapy for patients on the haematology day unit. To assist with returns and destructions of medications from wards. To develop effective communication between pharmacy staff and ward/department staff. To ensure that accurate records are maintained electronically or in paper form. To ensure that sundry materials are available and ordered when necessary. To file prescriptions and recover prescriptions as required, including end-of-day and end-of-month filing. To correctly use the Prescription Tracking System (PTS) and monitor it throughout the day. To act as the coordinator to manage telephones and e-mails and to help ensure deadlines are met. To regularly complete stock and expiry date checks in the dispensary. To work with the Pharmacy team to support the supply of medicines to patients and wards and to be involved in delivering an effective pharmacy service. Duties will include dispensing, stock management in dispensary, stores and wards, training and supporting junior/new staff. Please refer to the attached job description for full duties and responsibilities. Qualifications and RequirementsMust have customer service experience and be a good communicator, both written and verbal. Willingness to learn. Experience gained or expected during Level 2 Apprenticeship in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent). Be prepared to participate in a 7-day service rota as described above. Development and WellbeingWe are committed to your development and wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we support professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. We encourage involvement in research, quality improvement and innovation across the organisation. We offer resources to support wellbeing, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, a dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, a 24/7 employee assistance programme, and other support and activities. We recognise team contributions with weekly shoutouts and monthly/annual awards. To work with the Pharmacy team to support the supply of medicines to patients and wards, and to be involved in delivering an effective pharmacy service. Application NotesThis advert closes on Wednesday 10 Sep 2025.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-06