Dispenser

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Problem solving skills
• Demonstrable IT skills
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne
• Understanding of how medication is dispensed for care homes

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Mathematics C or above
• GCSE English C or above
• NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent)

Desirable

• 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Upwell Health Centre

Address

Townley Close

Upwell

Wisbech

Cambridgeshire

PE14 9BT

Employer's website

https://www.upwellhealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)