Relief Dispenser

Overview

This opportunity as a Relief Dispenser involves working within multiple stores located in a specific geographic area, supporting pharmacists and healthcare teams to assure the safe and effective dispensation of pharmacy services. The role is based in the UK; applications from outside the UK cannot be considered unless UK qualifications and work authorization are provided.

Key Duties

• Dispense prescriptions accurately while ensuring safety in medication supply, including ordering, labeling, endorsing, and prescription collection.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to assist with the management and delivery of pharmacy services.
• Offer patients advice and guidance regarding their medicines, referring complex queries to the Pharmacist as needed.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to maintain compliance and legality in dispensing activities.
• Stay informed about new store innovations and comply with operational standards.
• Assist patients in managing prescriptions, facilitating reliable repeat prescriptions to promote adherence and minimize waste.
• Communicate effectively with store teams to ensure continuous patient care.

Professional Development

You will engage with evolving in-store technologies to enhance dispensing processes, improving patient safety and allowing more patient interaction time. Ongoing training and career advancement options are available, including pathways to become a Pharmacy Technician or join store leadership.

Qualifications & Eligibility

• Completion of NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Advisor or an equivalent qualification.
• Flexibility and ability to travel within the designated geographic area.
• Valid UK right to work status is mandatory; sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visas is not provided.
• Prior experience in community pharmacy is advantageous but not essential.

Compensation & Benefits

The remuneration starts from £13.92 per hour and can go up to £16.64 depending on location (specific to certain London areas). Benefits include a discretionary Christmas bonus, generous employee discounts, enhanced parental leave pay with gifts, a flexible benefits scheme, and access to 24/7 confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Programme.

Additional Information

Boots is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Successful candidates must complete pre-employment checks relevant to their location, such as DBS, PVG, or Access NI. The company practices a Ban the Box policy, evaluating candidates with criminal records individually.