We are seeking a Dispenser for 32 hours a week. However, we are happy to look at a job share from individuals.
We are looking for someone who is fully flexible to fit in with our existing team who cover Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays between 8.30am to 6.30pm (7pm on Tuesdays).
Pay range is £11.44 to £12.12 depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the team you will be involved in all areas of the dispensary including dispensing, stock control, record keeping, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures and dispensing Dossette boxes. Ideally, we are looking for a qualified NVQ level 2 Pharmacy Assistant or an equivalent dispensing qualification, but we are happy to offer full NVQ2 training for the right flexible candidate, as well as ongoing support to develop your role.
About us
We are a friendly, rural, dispensing practice with approximately 4600 patients in the beautiful village of Yetminster.
You will work within a team of 5 part-time Dispensers, a Reception team, 2 Practice Nurses, a Healthcare Assistant, and 3 Partner GPs.
We have Health Professionals including Pharmacists, Mental Health Practitioners, Diabetic Specialist Nurses, a Midwife, and Social Prescribers who see our patients regularly.
Job responsibilities
To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in accordance with the principles of good practice.
1. Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription, and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions, check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.
2. Collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.
3. Ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the practice are appropriately stored and banked, and a record kept of all financial transactions.
4. Endorse all prescription forms as appropriate.
5. Promptly forward all invoices and dispensary-related correspondence to the practice manager or dispensary manager according to practice policy.
6. Operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out-of-date stock.
7. Ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.
8. Ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and in good working order.
9. Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.
10. Ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and maintain a temperature control record/logbook.
11. Maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate.
12. Undertake any necessary work as may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
* Interpersonal skills (Communication both written & oral)
* Time Management and the ability to work to deadlines
* Ability to follow policies and procedures
* Smart, polite, and confident
* Planning and organising
* Performing under pressure
* Using initiative
* Self-motivated
* Flexibility
* Confidentiality
* Qualified NVQ 2 Dispenser
* Experience of working in General Practice
* Experience and competence of working in a dispensary environment
* Experience of using own initiative
* Experience of using computerised medical record systems
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