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Dispensary Operative Position – Join Our Team!
Are you seeking a dynamic role where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference? We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Dispensary Operative to become a vital part of our team.
About Us
CVS Group is a leading provider of integrated veterinary services in the UK and Australia. Committed to giving the best possible care to animals, CVS offers a wide range of services, including veterinary practices, laboratories, and online retail. With a focus on innovation and quality, CVS continually strives to improve the health and well-being of pets and the satisfaction of their owners. As part of our team, you will contribute to a company dedicated to advancing veterinary care and supporting professionals in the industry.
Role Overview
A Dispensary Operative plays a key role in the efficient and compliant operation of the dispensary, ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, picking, packing and dispensing of veterinary medicines and products. Maintains stock accuracy, supports inventory control, and adheres to all RCVS and VMD regulations and resolves dispensary queries promptly, ensure timely medication supply to support high standards of patient care. Maintains a safe, organised and hygienic working environment while delivering excellent attention to detail and operational efficiency.
Hours Available
- Monday – Friday (40 hours per week): 8am – 16:30 with weekend availability
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Key Responsibilities
- Picking and packing customer dispensary orders
- Despatching Orders
- Staking/checking
- Inventor tasks
- Taking delivery of stock and supplies
- Checking for damaged or missing items
- Receiving stock and locating to suitable locations
- Keeping all paperwork up to date
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
- Awareness of new medications and changes made by the VMD.
- MHE Operation
- Maintaining Dispensary machinery
- Checking all orders for damage or missing items before dispatch
- Receiving stock and supplies
- Housekeeping duties
- Preparing pallets for dispatch
- Picking and packing customer orders
- Cleaning as you go.
Qualifications And Skills
The role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow safety procedures, and a strong work ethic, using equipment such as, pallet trucks, and barcode scanners, ensuring that goods are delivered to the correct location in a timely and accurate manner.
The job holder will conform to the Quality Management System operated within CVS Group plc for the Good Distribution Practice of licensed or unlicensed veterinary medicines to ensure that all applicable laws and guidance are reflected in our processes and procedures.
- Demonstratable Dispensary experience (preferred but not essential)
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy, computer literate.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
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Why Join Us?
- Supportive Environment: We prioritize a collaborative and inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued.
- Development Opportunities: Access to training and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career.
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a fair and competitive salary, recognizing the hard work and dedication of our employees.
- Benefits Package: Generous 5-week annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata), staff discounts on veterinary services and products, access to our Employee Assistance Programme and over 400 Mental Health First-Aiders, and so much more!
If you are ready to be part of a team that values hard work and dedication, we encourage you to apply for our Weekend Warehouse Operative position. Together, we can achieve great things and ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.
CVS is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true selves, celebrating diversity and empowering each team member to perform at their best.
We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
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Please note: We can only accept or progress applications from candidates with the Right to Work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for clinical support roles due to Home Office criteria.
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