Maddison Murphy
Pharmacy Dispenser and Counter Assistant
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About
Dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Dispenser and Counter Assistant with over one year of experience working in a community pharmacy. Currently completing my Buttercups dispensary qualification, with experience supporting dispensing, customer service, telephone handling and day-to-day pharmacy operations (Pharmacy First PGD, NHS Contraception Service, NHS Blood Pressure Check and Pharmacy Referrals). I am now seeking a full-time role within pharmacy or healthcare in Newcastle, where I can continue developing my skills and build a long-term career within the sector.
Experience
Pharmacy Counter Assistant/Dispenser Trainee at Tesco Community Pharmacy (2025-08 – Present)
- Dispensing and processing NHS and private prescriptions.
- Preparing medicines and labels for pharmacist checking while following legal requirements and SOPs.
- Providing professional, patient-focused customer service and handling confidential information.
- Carrying out BP checks and supporting NHS pharmacy services including NMS.
- Ordering, receiving, checking and managing pharmacy medicines and stock.
- Working with controlled drugs and following safe storage and handling procedures.
- Using pharmacy dispensing systems and maintaining accurate patient and prescription records.
- Working effectively within a busy pharmacy team, demonstrating strong communication, attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
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Education
Support Staff Course for Pharmacy Healthcare Assistants in Pharmacy – Buttercups Pharmacy Dispensary (2025-08)
Diploma in Sports Nutrition & Exercise – Hartlepool FE College (2020-09 – 2022-06)
Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training (2025-06)

