NhsJobs Chilcompton

• Issuing

stock items and prepared prescriptions as per standard operating procedures

•

Collection

of prescription charges/ checking patient exemption statements

•

Operation

of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the dispensary with the

objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage including

expiry date checking on a monthly basis.

•

Ensuring

drugs are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the

manufacturers instructions

•

Ensuring

that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and

maintaining the temperature control record/ log book

•

Maintaining

full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions

•

Dispensing

medication and checking repeat prescriptions for accuracy using practice

standard operating procedures.

•

Taking

orders for repeat medication and dealing with queries from other health

professionals

•

Use

of computer systems effectively to store data and information safely

•

Handling

and recording controlled drugs movements as per standard operating procedures

and in line with legislation.

•

Participate

in dispensary, medication and practice audits as directed by line manager and

GP partners.

•

Providing

cover for annual leave and sickness working in a team to ensure the dispensary

has appropriate staff cover at all times.

•

Preparing

patient Dossette boxes for patients as per practice policy ensuring 100%

accuracy.

•

To take

part in full in the appraisal and training structures of the practice including

ensuring all mandatory training is in date.

•

Provide

administrative support to the management team as requested.

•

Other

duties as requested from time to time.

Job description

• Issuing

stock items and prepared prescriptions as per standard operating procedures

•

Collection

of prescription charges/ checking patient exemption statements

•

Operation

of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the dispensary with the

objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage including

expiry date checking on a monthly basis.

•

Ensuring

drugs are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the

manufacturers instructions

•

Ensuring

that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and

maintaining the temperature control record/ log book

•

Maintaining

full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions

•

Dispensing

medication and checking repeat prescriptions for accuracy using practice

standard operating procedures.

•

Taking

orders for repeat medication and dealing with queries from other health

professionals

•

Use

of computer systems effectively to store data and information safely

•

Handling

and recording controlled drugs movements as per standard operating procedures

and in line with legislation.

•

Participate

in dispensary, medication and practice audits as directed by line manager and

GP partners.

•

Providing

cover for annual leave and sickness working in a team to ensure the dispensary

has appropriate staff cover at all times.

•

Preparing

patient Dossette boxes for patients as per practice policy ensuring 100%

accuracy.

•

To take

part in full in the appraisal and training structures of the practice including

ensuring all mandatory training is in date.

•

Provide

administrative support to the management team as requested.

•

Other

duties as requested from time to time.

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

The advertised salary for this pharmacy dispenser role at Somer Valley Medical Group is £13.32 (per hour). Typical pharmacy dispenser pay in Chilcompton varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does Somer Valley Medical Group have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 2 open pharmacy vacancies from Somer Valley Medical Group across the UK. Browse all Somer Valley Medical Group roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How do I apply for this role?

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