Dispenser in a GP Practice

We are a busy, friendly rural practice with three sites located in Nidderdale ( Pateley Bridge HG3 5AT, Birstwith HG3 3AJ \& Dacre HG3 4DX) looking to recruit a permanent qualified dispenser.

32 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday \& Fridays.

NVQ 2 in Dispensing / Pharmacy Services is essential.

Experience in general practice and knowledge of SystmOne is preferable but not essential.

Flexibility to cover colleagues' holiday and sickness is essential.

Own transport essential as the vacancy my be across the three sites.

Some morning shifts commence 7\.45am and some evening shifts ends at 6\.15pm.

Previous applicants need not apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Take requests for, issue and dispense prescriptions, using Standard Operating Procedures.

· Carry out a final check of dispensed medications once authorised to do so.

· Hand out prescriptions and collect prescription charges or exemption declarations as appropriate.

· Maintain stock levels of drugs, prescriptions and labels from sources indicated by the Dispensary Manager.

· Maintain stocks of other stationery required in the dispensary.

· Receive drug deliveries and check goods received against invoices and claim credits as required for shortages or errors.

· Check that credits requested are received.

· Pass all other invoices for any items it is necessary to order from other sources to the accounts department as they are received.

· Endorse scripts and ensure all details are completed on the reverse and the declaration signed and dated.

· Ensure the Controlled Drug Register is completed and stock level checks are carried out as required by the Practice guidelines.

· Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

· Complies with safeguarding training requirements as set out by employment terms and any relevant professional and national bodies

· Takes prompt and timely action when there are any welfare or safeguarding concerns

· Forms appropriate relationships with those they care for and maintains professional boundaries in their work.

· Works within organisational policies, procedures and guidance.

· Is committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours in their work

Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post.

Essential

· Good keyboard and computers skills, including Microsoft Office Suite

· Good numeracy skills

· Good communication skills

· An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

· Ability to work within a team

· Ability to communicate with people at all levels

· Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense

· Ability to cover for colleague’s holidays, study and sick leave

· Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities

· Ability to work in a changing environment.

*We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.*

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £13\.45 per hour

Work Location: In person

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