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Towcester Medical Centre

Dispenser

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Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for a dispenser at Towcester Medical Centre & Paulerspury Surgery.

We are a high performing GP surgery serving a growing population.

This role is varied, busy and very rewarding.

This is a part time position of 35.5hours working Monday - Friday with a Wednesday off. But we can be flexible with hours for the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a friendly, positive individual who can remain calm under pressure. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, be a good team player but also be able to use their own initiative. IT literacy is required but we will give full training on our clinical system. The successful candidate will be available to work nearly full time and be flexible between 7.45am and 6.30.pm Monday to Friday. There may be a requirement for you to cover extended hours on a Thursday & Saturday in the event of sickness & holiday.

About us

The whole team here at Towcester Medical Centre are strong and supportive. We enjoy working together and we enjoy serving our community.

Details

Date posted

28 February 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1068-24-0006

Job locations

6 Lumber Lane

Paulerspury

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 7ND


Link Way

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 6HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in accordance with practice policy and extant legislation. In addition, the post-holder will be required to support the dispensary manager in ensuring a high-level of service is delivered at all times, whilst supporting the multi-disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the practice. Primary Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies

b. Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately

c. Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary protocol

d. Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering

e. Ensuring best value for money by being aware of and maximising supplier discounts

f. Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable

g. Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed with in accordance with practice policy

h. Safe disposal of returned and / or out of date medicines

i. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 48-hour timeframe

j. Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters

k. Process prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online

l. Processing Dossett boxes

m. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead

n. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times

o. Maintain accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in accordance with practice policy and extant legislation. In addition, the post-holder will be required to support the dispensary manager in ensuring a high-level of service is delivered at all times, whilst supporting the multi-disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the practice. Primary Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies

b. Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately

c. Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary protocol

d. Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering

e. Ensuring best value for money by being aware of and maximising supplier discounts

f. Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable

g. Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed with in accordance with practice policy

h. Safe disposal of returned and / or out of date medicines

i. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 48-hour timeframe

j. Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters

k. Process prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online

l. Processing Dossett boxes

m. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead

n. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times

o. Maintain accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Emis clinical system

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • The ability to remain calm under pressure

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in dispensary

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)
Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Emis clinical system

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • The ability to remain calm under pressure

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in dispensary

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)

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

Towcester Medical Centre

Address

6 Lumber Lane

Paulerspury

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 7ND


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Towcester Medical Centre

Address

6 Lumber Lane

Paulerspury

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 7ND


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Chloe Lamont

chloe.lamont1@nhs.net

01327359953

Details

Date posted

28 February 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1068-24-0006

Job locations

6 Lumber Lane

Paulerspury

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 7ND


Link Way

Towcester

Northamptonshire

NN12 6HH


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