The main purpose of the Dispenser is to ensure that the drugs and medicines are prepared efficiently, accurately and safely according to legal requirements, and respecting patient confidentiality at all times.
Main duties of the job
* Checking and dispensing medication as per prescription
* Not to dispense medicines to unauthorised persons, without the doctors consent
* Dispense repeat medication requests
* Answering telephone calls and passing on messages as appropriate
* Dealing with problems and enquiries
* Inputting information onto computer
* To keep dispensary stocked and maintain efficient stock control of both medicines and containers
* Keep efficient stock rotation
* Fully observe legal requirements relevant to a dispensing Practice, including HA regulations and controlled drugs
* Ensure computer and all dispensary equipment is maintained in good working order at all times
* Ensure the cleanliness of the dispensary
* Ensure the safety of all who enter the dispensary
* To carry out any duties appropriate to grade/level as required
* To work flexibly within the team and to provide cover as necessary
* To work closely with and help with the training of new/junior members of staff
* To ensure maximum profit is maintained and losses are kept to a minimum
* To deal with problems encountered with wholesalers/suppliers
* Co-ordinate the dispensary delivery service
* Ensure that all drug safety alerts and notices are acted upon
* Help out on counter if required, ensuring patient signs prescription and collect charge as required.
About us
We are a friendly, busy health centre, working hard to provide our patients with the best service we can offer. We offer an extremely competitive salary and membership of the NHS (National Health Service) Pension Scheme. Free onsite parking.
Person Specification
Experience
* Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral)
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Knowledge of SystmOne
* Understanding of how medication is dispensed for care homes
Qualifications
* GCSE Mathematics C or above
* GCSE English C or above
* NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)
* Experience of working within a customer service environment
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.
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