Job summary
We are seeking a part time Dispenser to join our busy,
friendly and experienced dispensary team.
The successful candidate should hold a NVQ Level 2 in
Dispensing or equivalent qualification. We are looking for an enthusiastic,
professional and hardworking individual who demonstrates excellent
communication skills and is able to prioritise workload. Previous experience in
a GP setting and in using a clinical system (e.g. EMIS/TPP) would be advantageous.
The successful candidate must offer a high degree of
flexibility to provide additional hours where required to cover sickness and
annual leave.
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours: 18-20 hours per week
Pension Scheme: NHS Pension Scheme
Employment Benefits: 30 days annual leave per year (pro
rata for part time staff members); free refreshments including hot drinks,
fresh filtered water and fruit; uniform provided; supportive team
environment; NHS discounts
Closing Date: 29 June 2025
Interview Date:
Week commencing 7 July 2025
Main duties of the job
Working alongside a skilled dispensary team, you will be
responsible for providing an efficient and accurate service by dispensing
prescriptions, dealing with medication queries and undertaking general
dispensary tasks.
About us
Ashbourne
Medical Practice is a large teaching and dispensing practice serving a growing
population of 10,600 patients from a modern, purpose built premises in the
centre of Ashbourne. We are a highly respected practice who embraces the
collaborative agenda and has a reputation for delivering excellent patient
care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary:
To provide a comprehensive, efficient and courteous dispensing service to patients.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Dispense acute and authorised repeat prescriptions for patients of the Practice who live more than one mile from the chemist within the designated time period
- Print repeat prescriptions for non-dispensing patients, including nursing and residential home occupants, and ensure these are signed by the relevant GP within the designated time period.
- Monitor drug stocks and re-order as necessary
- Ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions
- Deal with enquiries from patients regarding medication & liaise with medical personnel regarding these
- Liaise with other organisations e.g. chemists, drug companies, pharmaceutical wholesalers, to ensure medication is available to patients within the specified time period
- Dispose of waste drugs through approved channels on a regular basis
- Keep up to date with current practice prescribing trends, and government drug tariff
- Maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions for patients
- Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received
- Assist with domestic responsibilities, e.g. cleaning dispensary shelves
- Work as part of the dispensary team
- Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative requirements and practice Standard Operating Procedures
- Update Standard Operating Procedures as and when necessary
- Provide sickness and holiday cover as required
- Undertake any necessary training
- Undertake ad hoc duties as may reasonably be required by the practice management team, or by external bodies, e.g. Clinical Commission Group.
- Check all clinical correspondence and make any necessary amendments on patients records (when delegated to do so by Dispensary Manager)
- Check and count prescriptions for submission to NHS Prescription Services (when delegated to do so by Dispensary Manager).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job summary:
To provide a comprehensive, efficient and courteous dispensing service to patients.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Dispense acute and authorised repeat prescriptions for patients of the Practice who live more than one mile from the chemist within the designated time period
- Print repeat prescriptions for non-dispensing patients, including nursing and residential home occupants, and ensure these are signed by the relevant GP within the designated time period.
- Monitor drug stocks and re-order as necessary
- Ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions
- Deal with enquiries from patients regarding medication & liaise with medical personnel regarding these
- Liaise with other organisations e.g. chemists, drug companies, pharmaceutical wholesalers, to ensure medication is available to patients within the specified time period
- Dispose of waste drugs through approved channels on a regular basis
- Keep up to date with current practice prescribing trends, and government drug tariff
- Maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions for patients
- Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received
- Assist with domestic responsibilities, e.g. cleaning dispensary shelves
- Work as part of the dispensary team
- Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative requirements and practice Standard Operating Procedures
- Update Standard Operating Procedures as and when necessary
- Provide sickness and holiday cover as required
- Undertake any necessary training
- Undertake ad hoc duties as may reasonably be required by the practice management team, or by external bodies, e.g. Clinical Commission Group.
- Check all clinical correspondence and make any necessary amendments on patients records (when delegated to do so by Dispensary Manager)
- Check and count prescriptions for submission to NHS Prescription Services (when delegated to do so by Dispensary Manager).
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent communication skills written and verbal
- Ability to solve problems within area of work/knowledge
- Awareness of equality and diversity; works in a positive, non-discriminatory way
- Appreciative of the importance of patient confidentiality
- Well organised, diligent and attention to detail
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 2 in Dispensing or equivalent qualification
- Grade C / 4 or above GCSE in mathematics and english
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working directly with members of the public
- Experience of working within a team
- Experience of use of Microsoft Office programmes
Desirable
- Previous experience in General Practice or other healthcare environment
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- A smart, professional and pleasant manner
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative
- Flexible and able to undertake working hours variably within core practice hours
Desirable
- Holds a full, clean driving license with access to a vehicle
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent communication skills written and verbal
- Ability to solve problems within area of work/knowledge
- Awareness of equality and diversity; works in a positive, non-discriminatory way
- Appreciative of the importance of patient confidentiality
- Well organised, diligent and attention to detail
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 2 in Dispensing or equivalent qualification
- Grade C / 4 or above GCSE in mathematics and english
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working directly with members of the public
- Experience of working within a team
- Experience of use of Microsoft Office programmes
Desirable
- Previous experience in General Practice or other healthcare environment
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- A smart, professional and pleasant manner
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to use own initiative
- Flexible and able to undertake working hours variably within core practice hours
Desirable
- Holds a full, clean driving license with access to a vehicle
