Job summary
We are looking to strengthen our dispensary team here at The
Blackdown Practice. The successful
applicant must be able to work across our three sites at Hemyock, Churchinford
and Dunkeswell.
The successful applicant will already be an experienced
Dispenser, and will join our existing team working across the three
sites. They will therefore need a full
clean UK Driving Licence.
The hours are on a rota basis with shifts available from 8
till 2 or 12:30 till 6:30, and we also have a requirement for Saturday morning
cover between 8am and 12pm, either on a rota basis or as core hours. Alternatively we are happy to accommodate Dispensers who may wish to work flexible hours.
We offer good rates of pay and inclusion in the NHS pension
scheme, alongside a good working environment in the beautiful Blackdown Hills,
and a very friendly team.
Applications should be directed by email with a full CV to d-icb.blackdownmanager@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The main duties for this role are:
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 lead to
facilitate reordering
e.
Receiving
and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain
is maintained where applicable
f.
Ensuring
controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy
About us
We are a small team covering three sites within the The Blackdown Hills an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. All of our Dispensary team work across all three sites with our branches in Churchinford and Dunkeswell being open mornings only and our main site in Hemyock open all day.
We offer a full dispensing service to our patients within our practice area and the Dispensary is a busy and lively place to work.
We are focused on maintaining a sustainable and enjoyable work environment and strongly believe that fostering and maintaining a positive ethos and shared vison leads to a rewarding work place experience.
We value and strongly support continuing professional development and are flexible and open to develop strategies within our team.
Job description
Job 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 lead to
facilitate reordering
e. Receiving
and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold
chain is maintained where applicable
f. Ensuring
controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy
g. Safe
disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines
h. Ensuring
all repeat prescriptions are processed in line with practice operating
procedures
i. Providing
patients with advice regarding all prescription matters
j. Process
prescription requests via email, phone, face-to-face and online
k. Processing
Dossett boxes
l. Assisting
the dispensary lead in the preparation of monthly returns
m. Maintaining
a clean and safe working environment at all times
n. Maintain
accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately
Secondary
responsibilities
In addition to the
primary responsibilities, the dispenser may be requested to:
a. Partake
in audit as directed by the audit lead
b. Provide
guidance for trainee dispensary staff and students as necessary
c. Remain
current with the latest guidance ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE,
CQC etc guidance
Job description
Job 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 lead to
facilitate reordering
e. Receiving
and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold
chain is maintained where applicable
f. Ensuring
controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy
g. Safe
disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines
h. Ensuring
all repeat prescriptions are processed in line with practice operating
procedures
i. Providing
patients with advice regarding all prescription matters
j. Process
prescription requests via email, phone, face-to-face and online
k. Processing
Dossett boxes
l. Assisting
the dispensary lead in the preparation of monthly returns
m. Maintaining
a clean and safe working environment at all times
n. Maintain
accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately
Secondary
responsibilities
In addition to the
primary responsibilities, the dispenser may be requested to:
a. Partake
in audit as directed by the audit lead
b. Provide
guidance for trainee dispensary staff and students as necessary
c. Remain
current with the latest guidance ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE,
CQC etc guidance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)
- GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- EMIS User skills
- Ability to effectively manage stock including ordering, rotation, disposal etc.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)
- GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- EMIS User skills
- Ability to effectively manage stock including ordering, rotation, disposal etc.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Evidence of continuing professional development
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.
