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Prescription Clerk


Location
Bury St Edmunds, England
Salary
£12.78 an hour
Profession
Administrative and IT
Deadline
17 Jul 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
06 Jul 2026
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Job summary

Mount Farm Surgery is a dynamic, forward-thinking GP practice in Moreton Hall, Bury St Edmunds. Focused on delivering the best possible patient service, we are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible new team-member to join our reception team.

The position is offered on a part-time basis for 20 hours per week, working the following shift pattern;

  • Monday 12.00-16.00
  • Thursday 09.00-17.00
  • Friday 09.00-17.00

You may occasionally be required to work a Saturday morning, and voluntary overtime will also be available.

Please beaware that there is no flexibility regarding the shift patterns above.

Main duties of the job

  • Manage medication queries from patients, staff members and pharmacies
  • Assist patients via telephone and face to face, in a professional and courteous manner
  • Process prescription requests via e-mail, online services, paper and by phone

About us

Mount Farm Surgery is a dynamic, forward-thinking GP practice in Moreton Hall, Bury St Edmunds.

In return for your hard work, Mount Farm is delighted to offer:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Membership of the NHS contributory pension scheme
  • Option of NHS discounts & Blue Light Card for retail/dining/holidays etc.
  • A fully equipped kitchen and staff room
  • Paid gym membership

Details

  • Date posted: 06 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £12.78 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Part-time
  • Reference number: 29786
  • Job locations: Lawson Pl,, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7EW, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • possess experience of working in a busy, public environment.
  • be flexible, with a positive attitude.
  • demonstrate good team working and communication skills.
  • demonstrate an excellent standard of patient care.
  • General practice experience and knowledge of SystmOne would be an advantage.

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This advert is for Prescription Clerk with Primary Care Careers in Bury St Edmunds, East of England, England. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £12.78 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Jul 2026.

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