NhsJobs FALMOUTH

Job Description The Dispensary Assistant will work as an integral member of the practice dispensary team, supporting the safe, accurate and efficient dispensing of medicines to patients. The post holder will work closely with the GPs and wider practice team to ensure that patients receive their medicines in a safe, timely and professional manner.

The post holder will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that all medicines and appliances dispensed are accurately prepared and checked against the original prescription. Any concerns regarding the appropriateness of an item, dosage, quantity or labelling instructions must be referred to the authorising GP or duty doctor.

• Supporting the collection of prescription charges where applicable and ensuring that patient declarations on FP10 forms are completed and signed appropriately.

• Handling prescription monies and other practice monies responsibly, ensuring they are securely stored, accurately recorded and banked in accordance with practice procedures.

• Supporting the preparation, amendment and checking of blister packs and other monitored dosage systems as required.

• Ensuring dispensary invoices and relevant correspondence are processed promptly and forwarded to the Practice Manager in accordance with practice procedures.

• Maintaining effective stock control to ensure continuity of medication supply while minimising wastage, including monitoring stock levels and expiry dates.

• Ordering, receiving, checking and appropriately storing medicines and dispensary supplies in accordance with practice Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Maintaining appropriate storage conditions for medicines and ensuring that all dispensary procedures comply with relevant legislation, guidance and practice policies.

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the dispensary, ensuring shelves, work surfaces and equipment are kept clean and in good working order.

• Responding promptly and appropriately to drug alerts, recalls and safety notices, taking any necessary action in accordance with practice procedures.

• Maintaining full, accurate and up-to-date records of all dispensing transactions, using the practice computer systems and dispensing software as appropriate.

• Maintaining patient confidentiality and handling all patient information in accordance with practice policies and relevant legislation.

• Working collaboratively with GPs, dispensary colleagues, reception and administration staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Providing a friendly, professional and courteous service to patients, dealing with routine queries appropriately and referring clinical or complex queries to the relevant member of the clinical team.

• Contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the dispensary and supporting the team in maintaining a safe, effective and patient-centred service.

• Undertaking any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, as required to maintain a high standard of dispensing and patient care.

The post holder will be expected to work in accordance with the practice's policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining high standards of professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality and patient safety at all times.

Job description

Job Description The Dispensary Assistant will work as an integral member of the practice dispensary team, supporting the safe, accurate and efficient dispensing of medicines to patients. The post holder will work closely with the GPs and wider practice team to ensure that patients receive their medicines in a safe, timely and professional manner.

The post holder will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that all medicines and appliances dispensed are accurately prepared and checked against the original prescription. Any concerns regarding the appropriateness of an item, dosage, quantity or labelling instructions must be referred to the authorising GP or duty doctor.

• Supporting the collection of prescription charges where applicable and ensuring that patient declarations on FP10 forms are completed and signed appropriately.

• Handling prescription monies and other practice monies responsibly, ensuring they are securely stored, accurately recorded and banked in accordance with practice procedures.

• Supporting the preparation, amendment and checking of blister packs and other monitored dosage systems as required.

• Ensuring dispensary invoices and relevant correspondence are processed promptly and forwarded to the Practice Manager in accordance with practice procedures.

• Maintaining effective stock control to ensure continuity of medication supply while minimising wastage, including monitoring stock levels and expiry dates.

• Ordering, receiving, checking and appropriately storing medicines and dispensary supplies in accordance with practice Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Maintaining appropriate storage conditions for medicines and ensuring that all dispensary procedures comply with relevant legislation, guidance and practice policies.

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the dispensary, ensuring shelves, work surfaces and equipment are kept clean and in good working order.

• Responding promptly and appropriately to drug alerts, recalls and safety notices, taking any necessary action in accordance with practice procedures.

• Maintaining full, accurate and up-to-date records of all dispensing transactions, using the practice computer systems and dispensing software as appropriate.

• Maintaining patient confidentiality and handling all patient information in accordance with practice policies and relevant legislation.

• Working collaboratively with GPs, dispensary colleagues, reception and administration staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Providing a friendly, professional and courteous service to patients, dealing with routine queries appropriately and referring clinical or complex queries to the relevant member of the clinical team.

• Contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the dispensary and supporting the team in maintaining a safe, effective and patient-centred service.

• Undertaking any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, as required to maintain a high standard of dispensing and patient care.

The post holder will be expected to work in accordance with the practice's policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining high standards of professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality and patient safety at all times.

What is the salary for this pharmacist role in FALMOUTH?

The advertised salary for this pharmacist role at MULLION & CONSTANTINE GROUP PRACTICE is Negotiable (per hour). Typical pharmacist pay in FALMOUTH varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in FALMOUTH?

PharmSee is currently tracking 2 active pharmacy vacancies in FALMOUTH across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open FALMOUTH pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

How do I apply for this role?

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