Job summary
We are a busy, friendly rural practice with three sites located in Nidderdale ( Pateley Bridge HG3 5AT, Birstwith HG3 3AJ & Dacre HG3 4DX) looking to recruit a full time dispenser.
NVQ 2 in Dispensing / Pharmacy Services is essential and also over 1000 hours dispensing experience within the last 5 years.
Experience in general practice and knowledge of SystmOne is preferable but not essential.
Flexibility to cover colleagues' holiday and sickness is essential.
Own transport essential as the vacancy is across the three sites.
Some morning shifts commence 7.45am and some evening shifts ends at 6.15pm.
Main duties of the job
Take requests for, issue and dispense prescriptions, using Standard Operating Procedures
Carry out a final check of dispensed medications once authorised to do so
Hand out prescriptions and collect prescription charges
Maintain stock levels of drugs, prescriptions and labels from sources indicated by the Dispensary Manager
Maintain stocks of other stationery required in the dispensary
Receive drug deliveries and check goods received against invoices and claim credits as required for shortages or errors
Check that credits requested are received
Pass all other invoices for any items it is necessary to order from other sources to the accounts department as they are received
Endorse scripts and ensure all details are completed on the reverse and the declaration signed and dated
Ensure the Controlled Drug Register is completed and stock level checks are carried out as required by the Practice guidelines
Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
Complies with safeguarding training requirements as set out by employment terms and any relevant professional and national bodies
Takes prompt and timely action when there are any welfare or safeguarding concerns
Forms appropriate relationships with those they care for and maintains professional boundaries in their work
Works within organisational policies, procedures and guidance
Is committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours in their work
About us
We are a busy, friendly rural practice with three sites located in Nidderdale ( Pateley Bridge HG3 5AT, Birstwith HG3 3AJ & Dacre HG3 4DX) looking to recruit a full time dispenser.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take requests for, issue and dispense prescriptions, using Standard Operating Procedures
Carry out a final check of dispensed medications once authorised to do so
Hand out prescriptions and collect prescription charges or exemption declarations as appropriate
Maintain stock levels of drugs, prescriptions and labels from sources indicated by the Dispensary Manager
Maintain stocks of other stationery required in the dispensary
Receive drug deliveries and check goods received against invoices and claim credits as required for shortages or errors
Check that credits requested are received
Pass all other invoices for any items it is necessary to order from other sources to the accounts department as they are received
Endorse scripts and ensure all details are completed on the reverse and the declaration signed and dated
Ensure the Controlled Drug Register is completed and stock level checks are carried out as required by the Practice guidelines
Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
Complies with safeguarding training requirements as set out by employment terms and any relevant professional and national bodies
Takes prompt and timely action when there are any welfare or safeguarding concerns
Forms appropriate relationships with those they care for and maintains professional boundaries in their work
Works within organisational policies, procedures and guidance
Is committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours in their work
Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post
Essential
Good keyboard and computers skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Good numeracy skills
Good communication skills
An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
Ability to work within a team
Ability to communicate with people at all levels
Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
Ability to cover for colleagues holidays, study and sick leave
Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities
Ability to work in a changing environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take requests for, issue and dispense prescriptions, using Standard Operating Procedures
Carry out a final check of dispensed medications once authorised to do so
Hand out prescriptions and collect prescription charges or exemption declarations as appropriate
Maintain stock levels of drugs, prescriptions and labels from sources indicated by the Dispensary Manager
Maintain stocks of other stationery required in the dispensary
Receive drug deliveries and check goods received against invoices and claim credits as required for shortages or errors
Check that credits requested are received
Pass all other invoices for any items it is necessary to order from other sources to the accounts department as they are received
Endorse scripts and ensure all details are completed on the reverse and the declaration signed and dated
Ensure the Controlled Drug Register is completed and stock level checks are carried out as required by the Practice guidelines
Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
Complies with safeguarding training requirements as set out by employment terms and any relevant professional and national bodies
Takes prompt and timely action when there are any welfare or safeguarding concerns
Forms appropriate relationships with those they care for and maintains professional boundaries in their work
Works within organisational policies, procedures and guidance
Is committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours in their work
Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post
Essential
Good keyboard and computers skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Good numeracy skills
Good communication skills
An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
Ability to work within a team
Ability to communicate with people at all levels
Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
Ability to cover for colleagues holidays, study and sick leave
Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities
Ability to work in a changing environment.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NVQ2 In Dispensing / Pharmacy Services with over 1000 hours dispensing experience within the last 5 years.
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NVQ2 In Dispensing / Pharmacy Services with over 1000 hours dispensing experience within the last 5 years.
Desirable
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.