Job summary
We are currently seeking a Dispensary Manager who will support the Pharmacy Manager in the day-to-day management of the Dispensary.
They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The post holder is primarily responsible for organisation of workload and supervision of all staff in the Dispensary.
This will include managing workload, quality of dispensing and support the Pharmacy Manager in meeting dispensary KPIs.
They are expected to deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise.
To organise the dispensary-based services including outpatients dispensing, dispensing controlled drugs and specific Private Prescriptions to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the Pharmacy Manager.
To assist with the writing, implementation and updating of policies and procedures specific to the dispensary service.
To review dispensary errors ensuring actions are taken to address poor performance and reporting progress to the Pharmacy Manager.
To attend meetings when required with important stakeholders with the aim of improving practice(s) within the department.
Main duties of the job
Self-motivated and able to motivate others
Enthusiastic and hardworking
Ability to lead and be approachable
Professional and reliable
Treat others with respect and dignity
Good team building skills
About us
KFM is a provider of healthcare support services. The purpose of KFM is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS.
KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, outpatients pharmacy, radiology IT, transformation and project management. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments.
KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company.
KFM has an annual turnover of around £150 million and over 300 staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
To deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise.
To organise the dispensary-based services including outpatients dispensing, dispensing controlled drugs and specific Private Prescriptions to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the Pharmacy Manager.
To assist with the writing, implementation and updating of policies and procedures specific to the dispensary service.
To review dispensary errors ensuring actions are taken to address poor performance and reporting progress to the Pharmacy Manager.
To attend meetings when required with important stakeholders with the aim of improving practice(s) within the department.
To generate and maintain an efficient and effective dispensary rota.To assist with good stock control, ensuring the efficient use of resources, keeping waste to a minimum and encouraging the reuse of medicines where possible.
To cover, where appropriate, the duties of other Dispensary staff in their absence.
Skills:
Supervisory skills
Ability to communicate orally and in writing e.g good telephone manner, excellent face to face communicator
Competent patient counselling skills
Keyboard and data handling skills (Internet usage and MS Package competency Word, Excel & Powerpoint)
Ability to work in a busy environment and meet deadlines
Ability to prioritise work within a busy dispensary
Qualifications:GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician / Accredited Checking Technician GCSE in Maths and English Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical degree or experience or degree in management
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
To deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise.
To organise the dispensary-based services including outpatients dispensing, dispensing controlled drugs and specific Private Prescriptions to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the Pharmacy Manager.
To assist with the writing, implementation and updating of policies and procedures specific to the dispensary service.
To review dispensary errors ensuring actions are taken to address poor performance and reporting progress to the Pharmacy Manager.
To attend meetings when required with important stakeholders with the aim of improving practice(s) within the department.
To generate and maintain an efficient and effective dispensary rota.To assist with good stock control, ensuring the efficient use of resources, keeping waste to a minimum and encouraging the reuse of medicines where possible.
To cover, where appropriate, the duties of other Dispensary staff in their absence.
Skills:
Supervisory skills
Ability to communicate orally and in writing e.g good telephone manner, excellent face to face communicator
Competent patient counselling skills
Keyboard and data handling skills (Internet usage and MS Package competency Word, Excel & Powerpoint)
Ability to work in a busy environment and meet deadlines
Ability to prioritise work within a busy dispensary
Qualifications:GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician / Accredited Checking Technician GCSE in Maths and English Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical degree or experience or degree in management
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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.
