Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our busy Dispensary
Team as a Trainee Dispenser. The role is
part-time and we are looking for someone for 25 hours per week to be worked Monday
8:00am 6:30pm, Wednesday 1:00pm 6:30pm and Friday 8:00am 6:00pm.
Overview of the role
To provide efficient and accurate dispensing of medication to patients and to assist the Dispensary Manager in ensuring effective financial control of the dispensary.
Work to agreed practice Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times.
As a member of staff with direct contact with patients, represent the practice in a friendly and professional manner at all times.
We currently dispense to around half of our 15,800 patient
population, both in the practice and also via our delivery service.
We are looking for someone who:
Is friendly,
polite and confident.
Can communicate
effectively and has good interpersonal skills.
Has good
attention to detail.
Is a team
player.
Takes pride in
themselves and their work.
Applicants must
be prepared to complete and pass the Level 2 Dispensing qualification.
Salary will be
dependent on the experience of the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
As a dispenser, as well as providing quick, accurate and efficient dispensing of medications you will also
- gather medications
- check dispensed medications
- answer patient and clinician queries
- order and re-order stock
- collect NHS prescription charges
- hand out dispensed medications to patients
- work and liaise with our dispensing team
About us
Measham Medical Unit is a friendly, welcoming and supportive GP
practice based on the outskirts of North West Leicestershire, providing
services to patients in North West Leicestershire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire
and Warwickshire.
We have a large clinical team, comprising of:
6 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Physician Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists and Technician, and 4 Practice Nurses and 3 Health Care Assistants.
The clinical team are supported by the wider Multidisciplinary Team and our Administration and Operations Teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in
accordance with practice policy and extant legislation. In addition, the post
holder will be required to support the Dispensary Manager in ensuring a
high-level of service is delivered at all times whilst supporting the multi
disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the practice.
Primary responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Trainee 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.
- To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring
there are no discrepancies
- Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and
accurately
- Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary
protocol
- Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with
the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering
- Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current
policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable
- Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with
practice policy
- Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines
- Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 72-hour timeframe
- Processing Dossett boxes
- Assisting the Dispensary Manager in the preparation of monthly returns
- Always maintaining a clean and safe working environment
- Always maintain accurate records
Secondary responsibilities
- Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
-Remain current with the latest guidance ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE, CQC, etc. guidance
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in
accordance with practice policy and extant legislation. In addition, the post
holder will be required to support the Dispensary Manager in ensuring a
high-level of service is delivered at all times whilst supporting the multi
disciplinary team in line with the strategic objectives of the practice.
Primary responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Trainee 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.
- To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring
there are no discrepancies
- Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and
accurately
- Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary
protocol
- Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with
the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering
- Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current
policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable
- Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with
practice policy
- Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines
- Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 72-hour timeframe
- Processing Dossett boxes
- Assisting the Dispensary Manager in the preparation of monthly returns
- Always maintaining a clean and safe working environment
- Always maintain accurate records
Secondary responsibilities
- Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
-Remain current with the latest guidance ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE, CQC, etc. guidance
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with the general public/patients
Desirable
- Experience of working in a dispensary
- Experience of working in primary care
- Broad knowledge of general practice
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- 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
- Clinical system user skills
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Capable of managing payments (invoices, cash, etc.)
- 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
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with the general public/patients
Desirable
- Experience of working in a dispensary
- Experience of working in primary care
- Broad knowledge of general practice
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- 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
- Clinical system user skills
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Capable of managing payments (invoices, cash, etc.)
- 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
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above
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.
