· To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies
· Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately. Where there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, dose or labelling instructions, this should be checked with the prescribing/duty GP
· Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary protocol
· Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the Clinical Pharmacist to facilitate reordering and reducing wastage through out of date stock
· Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable
· Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed with in accordance with practice policy
· Safe disposal of returned and / or out of date medicines
· Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 48-hour timeframe
· Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters and referring to the Clinical Pharmacist or duty GP if unsure
· Process prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online
· Processing Dossett boxes
· Assisting the Clinical Pharmacist in the preparation of monthly returns including PPA claims, endorsing all prescription forms as appropriate
· Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times
· Maintain accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately
· Take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time
· Be aware of the key differences in working in a dispensing GP practice compared to community pharmacies.
· Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
· Provide guidance for trainee dispensary staff and students as necessary
· Remain current with the latest guidance ensuring the dispensary conforms to NICE, CQC etc guidance
· Undertake any additional tasks as instructed by the Clinical Pharmacist/Practice Managers/Partners
Full training will be provided.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In perso