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.
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
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
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).