Job Description

Caereinion Medical Practice are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dispenser to join our friendly pharmacy team on a full time basis.

You must have an NVQ2 in Dispensing/Pharmacy Services (or equivalent), excellent communication and people skills, good IT skills and with a healthcare background.

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the processing of prescriptions in accordance with practice policy and extant legislation. In addition, the post-holder will be required to ensure a high-level of patient service is delivered at all times in order to offer an effective and efficient medication service.

This is a rewarding role working with a demographic aging population, who are appreciative of a good service and a friendly face.

You will be working with a very supportive and friendly pharmacy team consisting of a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians & dispensing team.

Person Specification -Qualifications

Essential

Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2) GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths at Grade C or above Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Forward thinker High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Evidence of continuing professional development Full clean driving licence with access to a car

Desirable

Experience of working in a dispensary Experience of working in primary care Broad knowledge of General Practice Experience working with the general public/patients EMIS user skills Dispense-IT user skills Ability to effectively manage stock, including ordering, rotation, disposal etc.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Dispensary: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person