Pharmacy Dispenser

Lancaster Medical Practice

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Job summary

Job Summary:

The post holder will work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, providing an efficient dispensary service for the customers of Galgate Pharmacy in accordance with its policies and procedures. They will also provide advice to patients on the use of medicines as well as on general health and lifestyle matters. The post holder will hold a minimum of a Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification.

Main duties of the job

To select, label and dispense correct items in accordance with the standard operating procedures to ensure the safe supply of medicine to patients

To dispense controlled drugs in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure legal compliance.

To ensure at the point of sale, the safe and correct supply of dispensed items to patients

To collect all due prescription charges and ensure the FP10 patient declaration is completed and signed by the patient.

To create and update patient medication records in accordance with data protection principles to ensure patient confidentiality.

To operate efficient stock management appropriate to the needs of the Pharmacy, with the objective of ensuring appropriate levels of merchandising and minimising wastage.

To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.

To assist with the preparation of monitored dosage systems

Ensure confidentiality of commercial and clinical information, which may relate to customers, staff, company policies, business information and take account of requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations, and Freedom of Information legislation.

Adhere to all SOPs i.e. Cold Chain Policy.

To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions, ensuring all logs are maintained as required.

To work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to all Galgate Pharmacy patients

About us

Lancaster Medical Practice is a large, at-scale, GP provider delivering General Medical Services to around 68,000 patients in Lancaster and surrounding villages. Formed in April 2017 from our successful, legacy practices, Lancaster Medical Practice has continued to evolve to become the strong, high performing Practice it is today, receiving a rating of Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission in August 2018.

We deliver our services from eight locations throughout the city of Lancaster and its surrounding area and are continuing to develop ourselves to improve what we do for our patients, staff and the local community. We are a progressive, modern organisation with patient-centred General Practice at our core. When joining #teamlmp you are joining an organisation with a wide variety of clinical and non-clinical roles but who all work together to provide the best care we can to our patients.

LMP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All staff are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment and will be responsible for safeguarding the interests of children and adults who they come into contact during their work.

Date posted

22 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.64 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4138-25-0000

Job locations

Lancaster Medical Practice

Highland Brow

Galgate

Lancaster

LA2 0NB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Freedom to Act

Use own initiative to prioritise workload and action findings.

Accountable for own continuing professional development.

Work unsupervised.

Health and Safety at Work

To ensure the adoption of safe work practices consistent with Health and Safety. The post holder must not, by act or omission, wilfully endanger themselves or others whilst at work. All accidents and untoward occurrences must be reported and potential hazards identified.

The post holder must be responsible for all practice property and the reporting of all potential or actual breaches of security.

The post holder must attend and complete the full induction programme and appropriate mandatory training relevant to the job role.

Rosebank Pharmacy operates a non-smoking policy.

Equality and Diversity

Support the Equality & Diversity Agenda within the Pharmacy.

Ensure that the impact on equality and diversity of proposals and policies within own area of responsibility is assessed and action taken to reduce any negative impact.

Performance Management

The post holder will participate in pharmacy performance management systems.

Any Other Duties within the Framework of the Post

To take responsibility for own personal development.

The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties and responsibilities within the framework of the post.

Infection Control

All staff are expected to adhere to infection control policy and procedures as appropriate to their role and responsibilities in their work setting.

Safeguarding

All employees will be required to adhere to the Pharmacy safeguarding polices and maintain up to date safeguarding training appropriate to their role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Freedom to Act

Use own initiative to prioritise workload and action findings.

Accountable for own continuing professional development.

Work unsupervised.

Health and Safety at Work

To ensure the adoption of safe work practices consistent with Health and Safety. The post holder must not, by act or omission, wilfully endanger themselves or others whilst at work. All accidents and untoward occurrences must be reported and potential hazards identified.

The post holder must be responsible for all practice property and the reporting of all potential or actual breaches of security.

The post holder must attend and complete the full induction programme and appropriate mandatory training relevant to the job role.

Rosebank Pharmacy operates a non-smoking policy.

Equality and Diversity

Support the Equality & Diversity Agenda within the Pharmacy.

Ensure that the impact on equality and diversity of proposals and policies within own area of responsibility is assessed and action taken to reduce any negative impact.

Performance Management

The post holder will participate in pharmacy performance management systems.

Any Other Duties within the Framework of the Post

To take responsibility for own personal development.

The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties and responsibilities within the framework of the post.

Infection Control

All staff are expected to adhere to infection control policy and procedures as appropriate to their role and responsibilities in their work setting.

Safeguarding

All employees will be required to adhere to the Pharmacy safeguarding polices and maintain up to date safeguarding training appropriate to their role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience that demonstrates good attention to detail
  • Previous experience of dispensing prescription medications adhering pharmacy protocols and guidelines

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a confidential environment
  • Previous experience of working in General Practice, NHS or Healthcare setting

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification
  • English GCSE (or equivalent) Level C or equivalent

Desirable

  • Full UK driving licence

Skills

Essential

  • Good general computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office, email and the internet
  • Evidence of excellent administration and organisational skills
  • An excellent standard of grammar and spelling in the English language
  • A conscientious approach and commitment to working in an adaptable and flexible manner
  • The ability to work effectively when busy and multi-task when required
  • The ability to deal with personal information sensitively and respect people's right to confidentiality
  • Organise workload
  • Time management
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience that demonstrates good attention to detail
  • Previous experience of dispensing prescription medications adhering pharmacy protocols and guidelines

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a confidential environment
  • Previous experience of working in General Practice, NHS or Healthcare setting

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification
  • English GCSE (or equivalent) Level C or equivalent

Desirable

  • Full UK driving licence

Skills

Essential

  • Good general computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office, email and the internet
  • Evidence of excellent administration and organisational skills
  • An excellent standard of grammar and spelling in the English language
  • A conscientious approach and commitment to working in an adaptable and flexible manner
  • The ability to work effectively when busy and multi-task when required
  • The ability to deal with personal information sensitively and respect people's right to confidentiality
  • Organise workload
  • Time management

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lancaster Medical Practice

Address

Lancaster Medical Practice

Highland Brow

Galgate

Lancaster

LA2 0NB


Employer's website

https://www.lancastermedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lancaster Medical Practice

Address

Lancaster Medical Practice

Highland Brow

Galgate

Lancaster

LA2 0NB


Employer's website

https://www.lancastermedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

HR

lscicb-mb.lmp.hr@nhs.net

01524239775

Date posted

22 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.64 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4138-25-0000

Job locations

Lancaster Medical Practice

Highland Brow

Galgate

Lancaster

LA2 0NB


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