About this role
Job summary
Feltwell Surgery is looking to welcome a qualified dispenser into our busy practice, who will play a full and active role as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team. This role is offered on a full or part-time basis (with a minimum of 3 days per week).
Main duties of the job
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 dossette 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.
About us
Feltwell Surgery is located in Feltwell, Norfolk, and is a well-established and patient-focused GP practice serving a diverse and growing community. We care for approximately 5560 patients, delivering high-quality primary care with a strong emphasis on accessibility, continuity, and compassionate service.
We pride ourselves on being a supportive and collaborative team, where everyone plays a valued role in delivering excellent patient care. We offer a friendly working environment, opportunities for development and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing. Joining Feltwell Surgery means you will become part of a dedicated team that is committed to making a positive difference in our community, while supporting each other in the process.
Benefits include:
NHS pension scheme Sick pay scheme Eye care vouchers Health service discounts Annual leave: minimum 35 days FTE, with enhancements for long service Enhanced maternity and paternity terms
Job description Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
At least 1 year dispensary and pharmacy experience
If you are an experienced dispenser looking for an exciting new role, then we'd love to hear from you. You will have the following skills and experience: Essential
Excellent clinical and medication knowledge; Understanding and experience of working as a dispenser; 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.
Qualifications Essential
At least a Diploma Level 2 Dispensary or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification;
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.
Employer details Employer name Primary Care Careers
Address Old Brandon Road
Feltwell
Thetford
Norfolk
IP26 4AY
Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)