The Holbrook & Shotley Practice are looking to welcome a qualified dispenser into our busy dispensing practice on a full time basis for 37.5 hours per week. The hours will be worked across both our dispensaries at Holbrook and Shotley surgeries with additional hours as required to cover for annual leave and sickness. You will play a full and active role as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team. The main responsibilities of the role include: 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 to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor. 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. 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. Endorse all prescription forms as appropriate, collate and forward the forms in a secure manner to the NHS Prescription Services for processing and reimbursement. The forms should be bundled in accordance with current guidelines and include any necessary accompanying paperwork such as the FP34D. Promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the dispensary manager according to practice policy. 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needs of the practice, with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock. Ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions. Ensure that the 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 is in good working order. Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time. Ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook. Maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions, incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate. Process and assemble dossett boxes. Undertake any necessary work as may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service. About the Candidate If you are an experienced dispenser looking for an exciting new role, then we'd love to hear from you. You will have the following skills and experience: Diploma Level 2/3 Dispensary or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification. 1 years dispensary and pharmacy experience. Excellent clinical and medication knowledge. Understanding and experience of working as a dispenser in GP practice setting. The commitment to continue to learn new clinical skills and develop your career. The confidence to work as part of a busy GP multi-disciplinary practice team and using your own initiative in decision making. The ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach. Excellent patient facing inter-personal communication skills. About Us The Holbrook and Shotley Practice is a GP Practice across two surgery sites. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of care to our 8000 patients. Our Practice team comprises of three GP Partners, two salaried GPs, supported by a highly experienced team of nurses, dispensers, paramedics, and reception team. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.