Collect and process prescription repeat requests in all written forms and through online requests generating the prescriptions for authorising by the GPs. Issue prescriptions for both dispensing and non-dispensing patients for processing by the doctor. Either via manual FP10 or via EPS2 as per practice guidelines. Handing out prescriptions to patients and resolving any queries.
Dispensing acute prescriptions when the GP has authorised. Dispensing repeat prescriptions requests after GP authority. Dispensing private prescriptions and collecting charges Ensuring that all prescriptions are signed in a timely way by the GPs and ensuring that no item is dispensed without a signed prescription. Preparing items to be dispensed and dispensing items from stock.
Checking colleagues dispensing. Ensuring the dispensary area remains clean and tidy. To fully observe legal and regulatory requirements relevant to dispensing in general practice. Collect charges when appropriate and process payment following practice Operating Procedures.
Check exemptions and ensure documentation is correct. Check, sort and count prescriptions for NHS prescription Services for processing by the Senior Dispenser. Sorting, stamping and endorsing prescriptions. Completing the backs of prescriptions

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