Grey Gable Surgery

Dispenser

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Job summary

Grey Gable Surgery is recruiting a part time Dispenser.

30 hours per week however job share would be considered.

We are a small rural practice which prides itself on its friendly and caring ethos. The successful candidate will work as part of the dispensing team and will have suitable dispensing qualifications or be willing to undertake training.

Main duties of the job

The role is to provide efficient and accurate dispensing, stock control and record keeping. The ability to deal with patient queries in a professional, friendly and caring manner is essential.

The successful candidate will be organised and self-motivated. Flexibility is essential in order to cover annual leave, absences and any additional hours required to meet the needs of the practice.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

About us

We have a small dispensing team working together to dispense to our patients from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6.30pm. As a small practice we are lucky enough to be able to get to know our patients and we pride ourselves on providing an efficient and friendly service.

The dispensers work closely with the GPs and Practice Pharmacist regarding medication queries and drug shortages. All our staff are friendly and approachable.

The role is eligible for NHS Pension.

Date posted

21 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A2391-25-0001

Job locations

High Street

Inkberrow

Worcester

WR7 4BW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in accordance with the principles of good practice.

Job responsibilities:

To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.

To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the practice are appropriately stored and banked and a record kept of all financial transactions.

To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate, collate and forward the forms in a secure manner to the PPA for processing and reimbursement. The forms should be bundled in accordance with current PPA guidelines and include any necessary accompanying paperwork such as the FP34D and invoices as required by the PPA.

To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the practice manager or dispensary manager according to practice policy.

To notify the authorising doctor of any FP10 returns/feedback from the PPA so that any appropriate remedial action may be taken.

To operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.

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

To ensure shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.

To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.

To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook.

To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when available and appropriate.

To undertake any necessary work as may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service.