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• Accurately dispense acute and repeat prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing clinicians, checking all medicines and appliances against the prescription and querying any concerns with the authorising or duty doctor before dispensing.

• Enter and maintain accurate medication records on EMIS, ensuring patient records are kept up to date in line with Practice procedures.

• Identify patients due for medication reviews, chronic disease monitoring or drug monitoring checks, and support the coordination of this work with clinical staff.

• Act as a primary point of contact for medication-related enquiries, liaising professionally and sensitively with patients, carers, community pharmacies and healthcare professionals.

• Endorse, collate and submit prescription forms to the PPD in accordance with current guidelines, and promptly report any FP10 returns or PPA feedback to the Dispensary Manager.

• Contribute to the effective management of dispensary stock, including ordering, checking deliveries, rotating stock, removing out-of-date items, and ensuring all medicines are stored appropriately and in line with manufacturer guidance.

• Ensure refrigerated medicines are stored at the correct temperature and maintain an accurate temperature control logbook.

• Collect and record prescription charges and private fees accurately, ensuring all financial transactions are handled and documented in accordance with Practice policy.

• Maintain confidentiality, data protection and information governance standards at all times.

• Undertake general duties consistent with the role, including answering telephone calls, inputting data and supporting the wider team, to contribute to the effective running of the service.

Job description

• Accurately dispense acute and repeat prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing clinicians, checking all medicines and appliances against the prescription and querying any concerns with the authorising or duty doctor before dispensing.

• Enter and maintain accurate medication records on EMIS, ensuring patient records are kept up to date in line with Practice procedures.

• Identify patients due for medication reviews, chronic disease monitoring or drug monitoring checks, and support the coordination of this work with clinical staff.

• Act as a primary point of contact for medication-related enquiries, liaising professionally and sensitively with patients, carers, community pharmacies and healthcare professionals.

• Endorse, collate and submit prescription forms to the PPD in accordance with current guidelines, and promptly report any FP10 returns or PPA feedback to the Dispensary Manager.

• Contribute to the effective management of dispensary stock, including ordering, checking deliveries, rotating stock, removing out-of-date items, and ensuring all medicines are stored appropriately and in line with manufacturer guidance.

• Ensure refrigerated medicines are stored at the correct temperature and maintain an accurate temperature control logbook.

• Collect and record prescription charges and private fees accurately, ensuring all financial transactions are handled and documented in accordance with Practice policy.

• Maintain confidentiality, data protection and information governance standards at all times.

• Undertake general duties consistent with the role, including answering telephone calls, inputting data and supporting the wider team, to contribute to the effective running of the service.

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

The advertised salary for this pharmacy dispenser role at Northgate Medical Practice is Negotiable (per hour). Typical pharmacy dispenser pay in Canterbury 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 Canterbury?

PharmSee is currently tracking 9 active pharmacy vacancies in Canterbury across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Canterbury pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

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