Dispenser

To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs, prescribing nurses and external prescribers where appropriate, in accordance with the principles of good practice and following Practice Policies/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). To support the development of the Practice within dispensary, to the clinical team. To deliver a consistently high standard of professional customer service to all patients both in person and over the phone. Complete all tasks assigned with a high level of accuracy. Work in accordance with strict guidelines for Information Governance and maintain strict Patient Confidentiality at all times. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE: Dispensing: Achieving an acceptable level of dispensing knowledge, through undertaking NVQ (minimum level 2). Ensuring that Drug Tariff knowledge is up-to-date by reading monthly amendments. Ensuring that prescriptions are correctly issued, signed by the doctor and signed by the patient, in line with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensing drugs in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensing drugs to a high level of accuracy. Processing repeat prescriptions, in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensary Stock: Receiving, processing and ordering stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs. Maintaining adequate stocks of drugs/pharmaceuticals (based on stock control levels). Storing stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs, completing the Fridge and Room Temperature logs as necessary. Keeping the dispensary shelves and workstations clean and tidy, and contributing to stock checks and housekeeping, according to Practice Policies and SOPs. Dealing with Controlled Drugs ordering, stock control, storage and destruction, in line with Practice Policies and SOPs. Please refer to the attached job description for comprehensive information regarding the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations associated with the position. Job description Job responsibilities To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs, prescribing nurses and external prescribers where appropriate, in accordance with the principles of good practice and following Practice Policies/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). To support the development of the Practice within dispensary, to the clinical team. To deliver a consistently high standard of professional customer service to all patients both in person and over the phone. Complete all tasks assigned with a high level of accuracy. Work in accordance with strict guidelines for Information Governance and maintain strict Patient Confidentiality at all times. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE: Dispensing: Achieving an acceptable level of dispensing knowledge, through undertaking NVQ (minimum level 2). Ensuring that Drug Tariff knowledge is up-to-date by reading monthly amendments. Ensuring that prescriptions are correctly issued, signed by the doctor and signed by the patient, in line with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensing drugs in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensing drugs to a high level of accuracy. Processing repeat prescriptions, in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs. Dispensary Stock: Receiving, processing and ordering stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs. Maintaining adequate stocks of drugs/pharmaceuticals (based on stock control levels). Storing stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs, completing the Fridge and Room Temperature logs as necessary. Keeping the dispensary shelves and workstations clean and tidy, and contributing to stock checks and housekeeping, according to Practice Policies and SOPs. Dealing with Controlled Drugs ordering, stock control, storage and destruction, in line with Practice Policies and SOPs. Please refer to the attached job description for comprehensive information regarding the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations associated with the position.