Accuracy Checking Dispenser (Acd) in Wokingham

Tired of retail pharmacy?

Imagine working in a modern, technology-enabled online pharmacy where you can focus on accuracy, quality and patient safety—without standing behind a retail counter, selling OTC products or being interrupted every few minutes.

No retail counter. No walk-in patients. No OTC. Focus entirely on delivering safe, high-quality pharmacy care.

Modern pharmacy. State of the art renovated premises with onsite Free parking.

That's what we're building at Montu.

You will be a central, trusted part of our pharmacy operation at our Winnersh site — the person the team relies on to make sure every medicine that leaves our pharmacy is right.

What will you be doing?

• Carrying out the final accuracy check on dispensed medicines, confirming that the product supplied matches the prescription and accompanying documentation.
• Verifying the right patient, right medicine, right strength, right formulation, right quantity and right directions, ensuring all labelling is accurate and appropriate.
• Checking that medicines have been assembled in accordance with legal requirements, SOPs and company processes.
• Identifying and escalating discrepancies, near misses and potential dispensing errors immediately, supporting a culture of openness and continuous improvement.
• Maintaining clear, accurate and auditable records of all checks completed.
• Exercising professional judgement and recognising when concerns fall outside your scope of practice, referring to the Responsible Pharmacist where appropriate.
• Supporting the safe handling and checking of controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines and high-risk medications, in accordance with relevant legislation and internal procedures.
• Ensuring appropriate expiry date checks, batch number verification (where applicable), and packaging integrity checks are completed before supply.
• Working closely with dispensers, pharmacists and the wider pharmacy team to resolve queries efficiently while maintaining independence during the final checking process.
• Contributing to quality assurance initiatives, investigations and process improvements aimed at reducing dispensing errors and improving patient safety.
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues, helping to embed a culture of accountability, quality and attention to detail.
• Remaining up to date with SOPs, regulatory requirements and best practice guidance to maintain competence and ensure the highest standards of checking.

What do you need?

• An accredited Accuracy Checking Dispenser (ACD) qualification recognised for pharmacy dispensing practice.
• Significant experience working within a pharmacy environment with a proven track record of conducting final accuracy checks.
• A detailed understanding of the dispensing process and the critical control points that prevent medication errors.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy legislation, SOPs, governance requirements and patient safety principles.
• The ability to work independently and make sound decisions while recognising the limits of your competence and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentration and accuracy, even when working at pace.
• Confidence to challenge discrepancies and halt the supply process when patient safety could be compromised.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive mindset, taking ownership of issues and following them through to resolution.
• A genuine commitment to patient outcomes — understanding that every prescription represents a person relying on you to get it right.

What we offer

• Full-time contract: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, & Saturdays as either overtime or on a shift basis.
• Generous Leave: 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after year one and 30 after year three + 8 bank holidays)
• Pension Matching: Up to 5% employer matching contributions
• Private Healthcare Scheme
• Flexibility and Wellness: Work-from-home options, cycle-to-work scheme, and more
• Growth Opportunities: Collaborate across teams and represent Montu at events, with support to grow your skills and impact
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

About Us

Montu UK is a leading digital health company specialising in cannabis-based medicines (CBPM), dedicated to improving patient access to safe and effective treatments.

Our mission is to transform lives by combining innovative technology with high-quality clinical care, ensuring patients receive the support they need at every step of their journey.

As a fast-growing organisation, we offer a collaborative and supportive environment where talented people can develop their careers while contributing to meaningful change in healthcare.

At Montu UK, your work has a direct impact on improving patients’ lives and expanding access to modern medical treatments.

#J-18808-Ljbffr