231177BR: Pharmacy Dispenser - Falmouth, Market Street - Boots Jobs - Career Opportunities with Boots (2024)

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Job Reference: 231177BR

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Falmouth, Market Street

Permanent

20 Hours

The hourly rate for this role is £12.69 and up to £14.05 across selected locations within London.

The importance of your role.

Exceptional patient-centred care is at the heart of everything we do and as a Pharmacy Dispenser you’ll be part of helping patients feel good. It’s everything from the clear advice and care you offer them, to the wide ranges of dispensing services we provide.

To provide fantastic patient care as a Pharmacy Dispenser you will work across the healthcare counter and the dispensary to where the patients' needs you most. This is a great opportunity to develop your Pharmacy career and make a difference to the lives of our patients.

What you’ll be doing day to day.

It’s all about providing health advice through focussed conversations with our patients, whilst giving clear and accurate answers.

Your duties will include:

  • Tailoring conversations with every customer to ensure they leave your pharmacy feeling informed and confident about their healthcare needs.
  • Delivering the technical aspects of the dispensary whilst ensuring the safe supply of medicines e.g. ordering medicines, labelling, dispensing, endorsing and collection of prescriptions.
  • Complying with legal and professional requirements and accepted guidance on professional practice in Boots.
  • Seeking opportunities to engage with GPs and practice teams to promote services and items.
  • Delivering efficient dispensary operations and ensuring dispensing losses are minimised.

What you’ll need to have.

We’re offering you an exciting career opportunity and a chance to continue your professional journey. You will need to have an NVQ Level 2 equivalent in Pharmacy Services and may currently be or have previous experience of working as a Pharmacy Dispenser to join us.

To work within our dispensaries, you also need to have completed a Medicines Counter Assistant (NVQ2) qualification or equivalent. However, if you have not previously completed this, we’ll support your development to complete our training within 6 months of joining us.

If you are interested in further developing your professional career, we can support you towards achieving both competency and knowledge based NVQ Level 3 (QCF) qualification in Pharmacy Services to become eligible to register with the GPHC as a Pharmacy Technician. This could then lead to an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) role. As you continue to develop your healthcare knowledge through these qualifications and roles, your pay and benefits will reflect this.

This is just one of several routes your career could take you within Boots!

Click here to explore how your Pharmacy career can progress with us…

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitment.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the centre of everything we do in our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. We offer a variety of flexible working patterns to support our colleagues to achieve a good work life balance.

This role is subject to a DBS/PVG check in certain locations. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.

Our Benefits.

We have a great range of benefits* that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you:

  • Competitive holiday allowance (with the option to buy more days)
  • Boots Retirement Savings Plan pension scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption leave pay
  • £100 gift card for colleagues expecting/adopting a baby
  • Flexible benefits scheme (via salary sacrifice) including financial wellbeing support, gym membership, holiday buying, dental cover, life assurance, restaurant discount cards, activity passes and much more (exclusions may apply, eligible roles only)
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme offering free, independent and confidential counselling and support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Generous staff discount (with enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boot Opticians and Boots Hearingcare)
  • Access to corporate third-party discounts, including retail, cinema, holidays and more (UK only)
  • Access to the Boots Benevolent Fund, a registered charity that offers support to eligible current and former colleagues in the UK, as well as their immediate relatives, at times of financial hardship.

*All rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility.

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FAQs

What is a pharmacy dispenser boots? ›

By working in a Pharmacy Dispenser job, you'll listen and advise customers on over the counter medicines, help patients to manage their prescriptions and support the whole pharmacy team with the efficient running of the dispensary.

Do boots ask for references? ›

Pre-employments checks

Depending on the role applied for, we may be required to carry out some pre-employment checks. These checks may include some or all of the following: Employment references – all successful candidates will be asked to send us the names and contact details for your references.

Can you work at Boots at 15 UK? ›

FAQs. Q Question How old do I need to be to work at Boots UK? You'll need to be 15 years old to work as a Customer Assistant in most of our stores. However, to work at an airport store you'll need to be 18 years old or over.

What is a pharmacy advisor? ›

the dispensing and supply of medicines or medical devices. advising on the use of medicines and medical devices. assisting pharmacy professionals to provide pharmacy services.

How much does a Boots dispenser earn? ›

Average Boots Pharmacy Dispenser hourly pay in the United Kingdom is approximately £9.89, which is 8% below the national average.

What questions are asked at Boots pharmacy interview? ›

Some Boots interview questions are:
  • Why do you want to join Boots?
  • Tell me about a time when you had to work with people who you didn't know.
  • Tell me about a time when you saw someone who needed help. What did you do to help them?
  • Tell me about a time you went out of your comfort zone to help someone.

How often do Boots pay? ›

You will be paid monthly. Rates are good. Monthly, you get paid on the 28th of every month.

Do Boots provide uniforms? ›

16 answers

For managers they can wear what they want even though they have a uniform, staff have to wear a uniform. However it's free and you don't have to worry about what to wear. You get a company T-shirt, you need to wear all black. As long as it is sensible and looks professional enough, you will be fine.

What is Boots online assessment? ›

Boots' online assessment evaluates job applicants with psychometric tests to measure cognitive, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. The timed test assesses the candidates' suitability for different roles. Prepare for the assessment and find a quiet place to take it if you're applying for a job.

What discount do Boots employees get? ›

12.5% on non-boots products, 22.5% on Boots' products.

Is Breakroom free? ›

Join us today for free to claim your company's profile and start your Breakroom journey. By signing up you're agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy.

How to get 10% off at Boots? ›

Unlock 10% student discount at Boots. You need to be an Advantage Card member, and can then link this up in-store using your student ID. Keep an eye on the Offers tab online, where you'll find current deals, savings and even a unique Boots discount or two.

What does a dispenser do in a pharmacy? ›

Dispensing prescription medication and pharmaceutical products to patients. Preparing prescriptions by counting pills, labelling bottles and compounding medications. Ensuring compliance by monitoring the prescription-filing process. Carrying out administrative duties and keeping detailed records.

What qualifications do you need to be a dispenser? ›

To meet minimum training requirements a dispensing/pharmacy assistant needs to take the relevant modules of the Level 2 certificate in pharmacy service skills.

What is the purpose of Boots pharmacy? ›

Vision and Purpose

Our Vision: Be the first choice for pharmacy, well-being and beauty - caring for people and communities around the world. Our purpose: We help people across the world lead healthier and happier lives.

What does a pharmacist do in Boots? ›

At Boots UK, Pharmacy jobs are about more than just dispensing prescriptions, it's also about offering expert advice to patients and providing genuine care.

What does a pharmacy dispenser wear? ›

The main types of clothing that pharmacy technicians wear are business casual and scrubs. Business casual is the medium between casual clothing and suit and tie.

Is Boots a real pharmacy? ›

Boots UK Limited (formerly Boots the Chemists Limited), is a health and beauty retailer and pharmacy chain that operates in the United Kingdom.

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