Job Description

To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed to our Care Homes are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor. To endorse all prescription forms as appropriate To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the dispensary manager. To operate 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needs of the practice with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock. In line with practice policies.



To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions. To ensure 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 kept in good working order. To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time 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 computers when available and appropriate.



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