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It’s 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, you’ll have everything you need to thrive while making a genuine impact in community healthcare.
GP Surgery Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser
South East London SitesPosted 4 days ago
Full-timeonsite
Job Description
GP Surgery Pharmacy Technician/Dispenser
Application Deadline: 10 July 2026
Department: Pharmacy Dispenser
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: South East London Sites
Reporting To: Lead Pharmacist
Compensation: £25,000 - £29,000 / year
Description
Are you passionate about patient care and precision? At Penrose Health, we’re looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to help us deliver safe, efficient, and timely medication services across our practices. This isn’t your traditional dispensing role - you’ll 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.
It’s 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, you’ll have everything you need to thrive while making a genuine impact in community healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing prescription workflows – keeping everything safe, smooth, and on time.
- Monitoring medications – including blood tests and drug levels for patient safety.
- Handling prescription queries – solving problems and keeping communication clear.
- Liaising with pharmacies and hospitals – making sure everyone’s on the same page.
- Processing clinical letters – turning paperwork into action.
- Supporting audits & medicines optimisation – helping reduce waste and improve care.
- Contributing to cost-effective prescribing – because smart choices matter.
- Managing stock of emergency drugs – ensuring the right meds are always available.
- Working with the wider MDT – teamwork makes the healthcare dream work!
- Have an eagle eye for detail – accuracy is your superpower.
- Communicate like a pro – clear, confident, and collaborative.
- Love problem-solving – turning challenges into solutions excites you.
- Enjoy teamwork – but can also fly solo when needed.
- Stay organised under pressure – juggling tasks without breaking a sweat.
- Are self-motivated – you take initiative and keep things moving.
- Embrace innovation – always looking for smarter, better ways to work.
- Care about patients – because every detail impacts someone’s health.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Knowledge
-Understanding of medication workflows and prescription processes
-Awareness of safe medication monitoring (bloods, drug levels
-Familiarity with medicines optimisation principles
Skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
-Excellent attention to detail
-Ability to manage high-volume prescription requests
-Organisational and time-management skills
Behaviours
- Self-motivated and proactive
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-Commitment to continuous improvement and duty of candour
-Patient-focused approach
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Pharmacy Dispenser qualification OR minimum 1-year experience in community pharmacy
-Minimum GCSE-level education (or equivalent)
-Expereince of working in GP or Community pharmacy or hospital pharmacy
- GPhC registration (for Pharmacy Technicians)
If you have any of the following aswell, that's even better:
- Knowledge of primary care systems and processes
-Understanding of cost-effective prescribing strategies
- Experience using EMIS and Microsoft-based programmes
-Audit and data analysis skills
We are unfortunately unable to sponsor applicants for this role, so you will need to have right to work in the UK in order to apply for this role.
-Understanding of medication workflows and prescription processes
-Awareness of safe medication monitoring (bloods, drug levels
-Familiarity with medicines optimisation principles
Skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
-Excellent attention to detail
-Ability to manage high-volume prescription requests
-Organisational and time-management skills
Behaviours
- Self-motivated and proactive
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-Commitment to continuous improvement and duty of candour
-Patient-focused approach
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Pharmacy Dispenser qualification OR minimum 1-year experience in community pharmacy
-Minimum GCSE-level education (or equivalent)
-Expereince of working in GP or Community pharmacy or hospital pharmacy
- GPhC registration (for Pharmacy Technicians)
If you have any of the following aswell, that's even better:
- Knowledge of primary care systems and processes
-Understanding of cost-effective prescribing strategies
- Experience using EMIS and Microsoft-based programmes
-Audit and data analysis skills
We are unfortunately unable to sponsor applicants for this role, so you will need to have right to work in the UK in order to apply for this role.