Job summary Due to the increased demand within the practice, we have a new vacancy for a Dispenser. This exciting and permanent part time post (of up to 15 hours per week) will enable you to become an integral and valued part of our small, friendly, supportive and efficient team. Main duties of the job The role can be up to 15 hours per week The rota to be discussed at interview. Shifts will be Monday to Friday, between 8.00 am 6.30 pm Salary to be discussed and will be dependent on qualifications and experience To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in accordance with practice policy and legislation. In addition, the post holder may be required to support the reception team and Practice Manager in ensuring a high-level of service is delivered at all times. Please contact the Practice Manager for further information if required. About us Hanmer Surgery is located close to the village of Hanmer, a beautiful village close to the Welsh English border. We are a small and friendly team serving a patient population of just over 2000 patients. The role offers a competitive salary and entry into the NHS Pension Scheme Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A5683-24-0002 Job locations The Surgery Sandy Lane Hanmer Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 3DL Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks performed by the reception team; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary team to facilitate reordering Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within set timesframes Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters Processing prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online Assisting the Assistant Manager in the preparation of monthly returns Always maintaining a clean and safe working environment Always maintain accurate records, including appropriate coding entries Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks performed by the reception team; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary team to facilitate reordering Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within set timesframes Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters Processing prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online Assisting the Assistant Manager in the preparation of monthly returns Always maintaining a clean and safe working environment Always maintain accurate records, including appropriate coding entries Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2) or equivalent See attached Person Specification Desirable GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above See attached Person Specification Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2) or equivalent See attached Person Specification Desirable GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above See attached Person Specification Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Hanmer Surgery Address The Surgery Sandy Lane Hanmer Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 3DL Employer's website https://hanmersurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)