Job Description

Job Summary

Wickhambrook Surgery is looking to welcome into our busy practice a qualified dispenser,?who will play a full and active role as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team.

We are looking for the right person for the role, and as such are flexible in terms of hours per week. This can be discussed further at interview.

Duties

Process all relevant prescriptions and repeat prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate, in accordance with the good practice principles of the Dispensing Services Quality Scheme. Ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed 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. Collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient. Process dosset boxes. Manage ordering stock and stock control. Answer and deal with?dispensary phone enquiries. Monitor patients' exemption status. Sort and dispose of unwanted/returned medication. Any other duties to assist in the smooth day to day running of the dispensary and surgery as directed by the either the dispensary manager or practice manager.

Qualifications

You will have at least a Diploma Level 2/3 Dispensary or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification. At least 2 years dispensary and/or pharmacy experience. Excellent clinical and medication knowledge. Understanding and experience of working as a dispenser in GP practice setting. The commitment to continue to learn new clinical skills and develop your career. The confidence to work as part of a busy GP multi-disciplinary practice team and using your own initiative in decision making. The ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach. Excellent patient facing inter-personal communication skills.

About Us

Our practice is located within the beautiful Suffolk village of Wickhambrook between Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket and Haverhill, serving a patient population of approximately 5,200 patients, dispensing to nearly 100% of the practice population.? Our traditional approach and family friendly ethos is very much appreciated by our patients.

Teamwork is key to a well run dispensary.? Our friendly dispensary team are committed to providing excellent patient service under the leadership of our dedicated Dispensary Manager.? Working in general practice is busy, but it is also very rewarding.? Knowing that we are helping our patients in what can sometimes be difficult periods in their lives is very satisfying. Located in Wickhambrook Suffolk, CB8 8XU. The practice runs from a purpose-built building. There is free car parking on site and nearby. All members of the team benefit from inclusion in the NHS Pension and receive a uniform.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.75 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Application question(s):

Where are you based?
Experience:

Dispensing: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2/3 NVQ Dispensing or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: WBSD2507