Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser
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Penrose Health Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser
The closing date is 30 September 2026
Job summary
Are you passionate about patient care and precision? At Penrose Health, were looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser to help us deliver safe, efficient, and timely medication services across our practices. This isnt your traditional dispensing role - youll work closely with Pharmacists, GPs, and the wider clinical team to manage prescription workflows, monitor medications, and support audits - all while ensuring our patients receive the best possible care.
Its an opportunity to be part of a progressive, patient-focused team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With flexible working options, a supportive environment, and clear pathways for career growth, youll have everything you need to thrive while making a genuine impact in community healthcare.
Main duties of the job
Medication & Prescription Management
- Process and check prescription requests accurately and promptly.
- Handle medication-related queries from patients, clinicians, and pharmacies.
- Manage prescription workflow and ensure timely delivery of medications.
- Support safe and timely monitoring of medications, including blood tests and drug levels.
- Identify patients due for medication reviews and book appointments with appropriate clinicians.
- Assist in managing stock levels of emergency drugs and clinical supplies.
- Process clinical letters and prescription-related documentation.
- Assist with audits, medicines optimisation, and health promotion initiatives.
- Contribute to reducing medication wastage and improving cost-effective prescribing.
- Work closely with pharmacists, GPs, and the MDT to ensure seamless medication management.
- Maintain accurate records and follow practice procedures.
About us
Penrose Health is on a mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to every patient we serve.
We care for 75,000+ people across 9 sites in South East London, supported by a team of 200+ clinicians and staff. Our model is built on permanent, diverse teams, strong governance, and a clear focus on continuity, quality, and access.
We work closely with NHS partners to deliver a full range of services from routine checks to complex, long-term care backed by robust systems and a culture of continuous improvement.
We're proud to hold a CQC "Good" rating and consistently receive strong feedback from patients.
Learn more at penrosehealth.co.uk.
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£29,000 to £34,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
567597
Job locations
Kingfisher Medical Centre
3 Staunton St
London
London
SE8 5DA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of medications across Penrose Health services. Working closely with pharmacists and the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT), you will manage prescription workflows, monitor medication safety, and contribute to cost-effective prescribing. This role is essential in ensuring patients receive the right medication at the right time, while maintaining compliance with clinical and organisational standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of medications across Penrose Health services. Working closely with pharmacists and the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT), you will manage prescription workflows, monitor medication safety, and contribute to cost-effective prescribing. This role is essential in ensuring patients receive the right medication at the right time, while maintaining compliance with clinical and organisational standards.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of medication workflows and prescription processes
- Awareness of safe medication monitoring (bloods, drug levels)
- Familiarity with medicines optimisation principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of primary care systems and processes
- Understanding of cost-effective prescribing strategies
Skills
Essential
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage high-volume prescription requests
- Organisational and time-management skills
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS and Microsoft-based programmes
- Audit and data analysis skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Dispenser qualification OR minimum 2-year experience in community pharmacy
- Minimum GCSE-level education (or equivalent)
- Experience of working in GP or Community pharmacy
- GPhC registration (for Pharmacy Technicians)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of medication workflows and prescription processes
- Awareness of safe medication monitoring (bloods, drug levels)
- Familiarity with medicines optimisation principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of primary care systems and processes
- Understanding of cost-effective prescribing strategies
Skills
Essential
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage high-volume prescription requests
- Organisational and time-management skills
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS and Microsoft-based programmes
- Audit and data analysis skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Dispenser qualification OR minimum 2-year experience in community pharmacy
- Minimum GCSE-level education (or equivalent)
- Experience of working in GP or Community pharmacy
- GPhC registration (for Pharmacy Technicians)
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
Penrose Health
Address
Kingfisher Medical Centre
3 Staunton St
London
London
SE8 5DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.penrosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Penrose Health
Address
Kingfisher Medical Centre
3 Staunton St
London
London
SE8 5DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.penrosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
TAS
Adam Breen
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£29,000 to £34,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
567597
Job locations
Kingfisher Medical Centre
3 Staunton St
London
London
SE8 5DA
United Kingdom
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