Job summary
Oughtibridge Surgery have a vacancy for a Dispensary Assistant to work in their onsite dispensary. As a practice that covers a significant rural area, the Dispensary is an important and well-established service to a large number of our patients. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Dispensary Assistant to work 22 hours per week to support the delivery of the dispensary service.
The hours are to be worked Monday 8.30am- 6.30pm, Tuesday 8.00am -2.00pm and Wednesday 8.00am -2.00pm. The successful applicant must be flexible to cover holiday and sickness.
Oughtibridge
Surgery is a really friendly surgery where all staff genuinely feel part of a
close team. We are committed to providing high quality care for our 6000 patients,
we have an experienced and motivated clinical team of GPs, pharmacist, Physio,
nurses and HCAs who are supported by a fabulous reception/administrative team. We
have a very low turnover of staff so this is a rare vacancy.
We are part of
the Upper Don PCN and work closely with Valley Medical Centre and Deepcar
Medical Centre practices.
Main duties of the job
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 dispensary colleagues 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. Ensuring safe disposal of returned
and/or out of date medicines
h. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are
processed within a 48-hour timeframe
i. Providing patients with advice regarding
all prescription matters
j. Processing prescription requests
k. Assisting dispensary colleagues in the
preparation of monthly returns
l. Maintaining a clean and safe working
environment at all times
m. Maintaining accurate records at all
times, read coding entries appropriately
n. Partake in audit as directed by the
audit lead
o. Remain current with the latest guidance
ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE, CQC, etc. guidance
About us
Oughtibridge Surgery is a really friendly surgery where all staff genuinely feel part of a close team. We are committed to providing high quality care for our 6000 patients, we have an experienced and motivated clinical team of GPs, pharmacist, Physio, nurses and HCAs who are supported by a fabulous reception/administrative team. We have a very low turnover of staff so this is a rare vacancy.
We are part of the Upper Don PCN and work closely with Valley Medical Centre and Deepcar Medical Centre practices.
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 dispensary colleagues 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. Ensuring safe disposal of returned
and/or out of date medicines
h. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are
processed within a 48-hour timeframe
i. Providing patients with advice regarding
all prescription matters
j. Processing prescription requests
k. Assisting dispensary colleagues in the
preparation of monthly returns
l. Maintaining a clean and safe working
environment at all times
m. Maintaining accurate records at all
times, read coding entries appropriately
n. Partake in audit as directed by the
audit lead
o. 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 dispensary colleagues 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. Ensuring safe disposal of returned
and/or out of date medicines
h. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are
processed within a 48-hour timeframe
i. Providing patients with advice regarding
all prescription matters
j. Processing prescription requests
k. Assisting dispensary colleagues in the
preparation of monthly returns
l. Maintaining a clean and safe working
environment at all times
m. Maintaining accurate records at all
times, read coding entries appropriately
n. Partake in audit as directed by the
audit lead
o. 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
- - Experience of working in a dispensary/pharmacy
- - Experience of working with the general public/patients
Desirable
- - Experience of working in primary care
- - Broad knowledge of general practice
Skills
Essential
- - Excellent communication skills
- - Good interpersonal skills
- - Strong IT skills
- - Ability to follow policy and procedure
- - Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- - Effective time management
- - Has a methodical approach and an eye for detail
- - Ability to effectively manage stock including ordering, rotation, disposal etc
- - Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- - Capable of managing payments
- - Knowledge of the SystmOne computer system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Qualified Dispenser - NVQ Level 2
- - GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C (4) or above
Experience
Essential
- - Experience of working in a dispensary/pharmacy
- - Experience of working with the general public/patients
Desirable
- - Experience of working in primary care
- - Broad knowledge of general practice
Skills
Essential
- - Excellent communication skills
- - Good interpersonal skills
- - Strong IT skills
- - Ability to follow policy and procedure
- - Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- - Effective time management
- - Has a methodical approach and an eye for detail
- - Ability to effectively manage stock including ordering, rotation, disposal etc
- - Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- - Capable of managing payments
- - Knowledge of the SystmOne computer system
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.