Hanmer Surgery

Dispenser

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Job summary

Due to the increased demand within the practice, we have a new vacancy for a Dispenser. This exciting and permanent part time post (of up to 15 hours per week) will enable you to become an integral and valued part of our small, friendly, supportive and efficient team.

Main duties of the job

The role can be up to 15 hours per week

The rota to be discussed at interview. Shifts will be Monday to Friday, between 8.00 am 6.30 pm

Salary to be discussed and will be dependent on qualifications and experience

To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in accordance with practice policy and legislation. In addition, the post holder may be required to support the reception team and Practice Manager in ensuring a high-level of service is delivered at all times.

Please contact the Practice Manager for further information if required.

About us

Hanmer Surgery is located close to the village of Hanmer, a beautiful village close to the Welsh English border.

We are a small and friendly team serving a patient population of just over 2000 patients.

The role offers a competitive salary and entry into the NHS Pension Scheme

Date posted

28 October 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5683-24-0002

Job locations

The Surgery

Sandy Lane

Hanmer

Whitchurch

Shropshire

SY13 3DL

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 performed by the reception team; 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

Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary team 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Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines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 set timesframes

Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters

Processing prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online

Assisting the Assistant Manager in the preparation of monthly returns

Always maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Always maintain accurate records, including appropriate coding entries