About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, patient focused, experienced dispenser to join our friendly dispensing practice in Leicestershire.
The successful candidate will hold either a Buttercups qualification or equivalent in Pharmacy Services.
Main duties of the job
Job Responsibilities
Process and interpret prescriptions efficiently and accuratelyPick items efficiently, accurately and check own work for accuracyDispense and check acute and repeat prescriptions, safely and accurately.Working knowledge of GPhC regulations on dispensing practices (i.e. labelling, storage, hygiene requirements)Work within all relevant practice polices and standard operating proceduresKeep accurate records of controlled drugs and ensure they are dispensed in accordance with practice policyOrder and receive medicines into stock, both manually and electronically, whilst managing effective stock rotation.Greeting patients and handing out prepared prescriptionsCollection of prescription charges / checking patient exemption statementsFiling completed prescriptions and bundling prescriptions for the prescription pricing authoritySupport the Dispensary Team/Partnership in maintaining dispensary profitabilityPreferred experience in the assembly of Monitored Dosage System blister packs
About us
Why Join Us?
At Newbold Verdon Medical Practice and Market Bosworth Surgery, you'll be joining a friendly, supportive team dedicated to providing excellent patient care.
We offer:
Full-time hours worked over 4 days per week, giving you one regular day off in the week as well as the weekendsPart-time hours considered for the right candidateFree on-site parkingA supportive and welcoming working environmentThe opportunity to work across two well-established dispensing practicesA varied and rewarding role within a valued team
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference to patients while working alongside friendly and experienced colleagues, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities
Process and interpret prescriptions efficiently and accurately.Pick dispensing items accurately and check own work for accuracy.Dispense and check acute and repeat prescriptions safely and accurately.Maintain a working knowledge of GPhC regulations relating to dispensing practice, including labelling, storage, and hygiene requirements.Work within all relevant practice policies and standard operating procedures.Maintain accurate controlled drug records and ensure medicines are dispensed in accordance with practice policy.Order, receive, and manage medicines stock, both manually and electronically, ensuring effective stock rotation.Greet patients and hand out prepared prescriptions.Collect prescription charges and check exemption statements where applicable.File completed prescriptions and prepare prescription bundles for submission to the Prescription Pricing Authority.Support the dispensary team and partners in maintaining dispensary profitability.Assist with the assembly of Monitored Dosage Systems (blister packs) where required.Conduct Dispensing Review of Use of Medicines (DRUMs) with patients.Skills and ExperienceEssential:
Buttercups qualification or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification.Experience working within a dispensing environment.Excellent IT skills, including experience using clinical systems (SystmOne desirable).Strong numeracy and literacy skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Professional and courteous telephone manner.High level of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively to deadlines.Desirable:
Experience with Monitored Dosage Systems (blister packs).Experience undertaking DRUMs.Knowledge of SystmOne.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Buttercups Dispensing Assistant qualification or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification.
Desirable
Desirable Criteria Experience using SystmOne. Experience assembling Monitored Dosage Systems (blister packs). Experience undertaking Dispensing Review of Use of Medicines (DRUMs). Knowledge of GPhC dispensing regulations and best practice.
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 Newbold Verdon Medical Practice
Address Newbold Verdon Medical Practice
St. Georges Close
Newbold Verdon
Leicester
LE9 9PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.newboldverdonandmarketbosworthmedicalpractice.co.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)