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The post holder will work within the Dispensary covering all duties required of a busy rural dispensing surgery.

Principal Duties and areas of Responsibility

• To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, about the item, about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

• To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.

• To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the Practice are appropriately stored and a record kept of all financial transactions

• To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate

• To notify the authorising Doctor/Dispensary Lead of any FP10 returns/feedback from the PPA so that any remedial action may be taken in a timely manner.

• To operate an efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the Practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.

• Carry out/ assist with dispensary audits

• To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions

• To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and in good working order

• To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins/ CAS alerts that may be received

• To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook

• To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of SystmOne when appropriate

• To undertake any necessary work that may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service

• To monitor and action tasks associated with online requests

• Attend and participate in practice meetings

• General Medical Reception duties including meeting and greeting patients and visitors, booking patients into relevant clinics, dealing with patient/visitor queries both over the telephone and in person as and when needed

• Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post

Special requirements of the post:

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

• A commitment to maintain a high professional standard and keep up to date with all aspects of dispensing and reception relevant to the post.

• A commitment to ensure all Health and Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any problems to the Practice Manager/Dispensary Lead

• A commitment to the effective use of Practice and NHS resources

• Co-operate with annual appraisal meetings.

In addition to the above duties and responsibilities, the post holder must be prepared to undertake such additional duties which may result from changing circumstances, but which may not of necessity change the general character or level of responsibility of the post.

Job description

The post holder will work within the Dispensary covering all duties required of a busy rural dispensing surgery.

Principal Duties and areas of Responsibility

• To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, about the item, about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

• To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.

• To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the Practice are appropriately stored and a record kept of all financial transactions

• To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate

• To notify the authorising Doctor/Dispensary Lead of any FP10 returns/feedback from the PPA so that any remedial action may be taken in a timely manner.

• To operate an efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the Practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.

• Carry out/ assist with dispensary audits

• To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions

• To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and in good working order

• To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins/ CAS alerts that may be received

• To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook

• To maintain full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of SystmOne when appropriate

• To undertake any necessary work that may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service

• To monitor and action tasks associated with online requests

• Attend and participate in practice meetings

• General Medical Reception duties including meeting and greeting patients and visitors, booking patients into relevant clinics, dealing with patient/visitor queries both over the telephone and in person as and when needed

• Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post

Special requirements of the post:

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

• A commitment to maintain a high professional standard and keep up to date with all aspects of dispensing and reception relevant to the post.

• A commitment to ensure all Health and Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any problems to the Practice Manager/Dispensary Lead

• A commitment to the effective use of Practice and NHS resources

• Co-operate with annual appraisal meetings.

In addition to the above duties and responsibilities, the post holder must be prepared to undertake such additional duties which may result from changing circumstances, but which may not of necessity change the general character or level of responsibility of the post.

What is the salary for this pharmacy dispenser role in Richmond?

The advertised salary for this pharmacy dispenser role at Scorton Medical Centre is Negotiable (per hour). Typical pharmacy dispenser pay in Richmond varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

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