Job summary
The Acle Medical Partnership, is an
8 doctor dispensing practice providing care to around 9500 patients in and
around Acle in North Norfolk. We are looking for a knowledgeable qualified
Dispenser to join our busy Team to process all relevant prescriptions as
authorised by the GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in accordance
with the principles of good practice.
The successful applicant will need a minimum NVQ
Level 2 in dispensing and knowledge of emis web would be an advantage.
If you have the qualities we seek, are a good communicator that remains
focussed working under pressure, have an eye for detail and a flexible yet
committed approach to work and enjoy being part of a team, we would like to
hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To process all relevant
prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate in
accordance with the principles of good practice.
Relevant dispensing / pharmacy
sciences qualification(s) to NVQ2 (or equivalent) level
Previous relevant experience of
primary care / GP dispensary.
Ability to remain calm
under pressure.
Ability to work
independently using initiative, as well as part of a team.
About us
ACLE medical partnership is a forward thinking, innovative partnership providing a traditional style model of primary care in a modern day NHS. We are a rural dispensing practice based in the small market town of ACLE on the Norfolk broads located half way between Great Yarmouth and Norwich. Our branch site is based at Reedham.
Here at the surgery we actively encourage and support continued personal development and training opportunities where available.
We are a very supportive practice and work hard to provide a sustainable work life balance for all members of our team.
Job description
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.
To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate
To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related
correspondence to the dispensary manager.
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.
In line with practice policies.
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.
Job description
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.
To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate
To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related
correspondence to the dispensary manager.
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.
In line with practice policies.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant dispensing / pharmacy sciences qualification(s) to NVQ2 (or equivalent) level.
- Previous experience of working in a dispensary or pharmacy.
- Evidence of IT awareness and basic computer skills.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant dispensing / pharmacy sciences qualification(s) to NVQ2 (or equivalent) level.
- Previous experience of working in a dispensary or pharmacy.
- Evidence of IT awareness and basic computer skills.
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.
