About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at North Curry Health Centre, supporting the delivery of high-quality primary healthcare services.
We are seeking a qualified Dispenser to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will be motivated, well organised, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
To be successful in this role, you will be reliable, flexible, possess excellent communication and IT skills, and demonstrate a positive and professional approach to patient care. Previous experience working within a GP practice would be advantageous but is not essential.
Applicants must hold a recognised dispensing qualification with a minimum of NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of dispensing knowledge and experience.
We welcome enquiries from candidates interested in either part-time or full-time hours. Informal visits to the surgery are encouraged and can be arranged on request.
About us
North Curry Health Centre is in a beautiful village between the Somerset Levels and the Blackdown and Quantock Hills. It is near to Taunton with its great rail and motorway links to the rest of the country and its excellent schools.
It is a 3 partner rural dispensing practice with a list size of just over 4,000 patients. We have a traditional caring ethos, but also embrace technology. The partners maintain personal patient lists and are keen to maintain continuity of care.
Job description Job responsibilities
To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs, prescribing nurses and external prescribers where appropriate, in accordance with the principles of good practice and following Practice Policies/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
To support the development of the Practice within dispensary, to the clinical team.
To deliver a consistently high standard of professional customer service to all patients both in person and over the phone.
Complete all tasks assigned with a high level of accuracy.
Work in accordance with strict guidelines for Information Governance and maintain strict Patient Confidentiality at all times.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:
Dispensing:
Achieving an acceptable level of dispensing knowledge, through undertaking NVQ (minimum level 2).
Ensuring that Drug Tariff knowledge is up-to-date by reading monthly amendments.
Ensuring that prescriptions are correctly issued, signed by the doctor and signed by the patient, in line with Practice Policy and SOPs.
Dispensing drugs in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs.
Dispensing drugs to a high level of accuracy.
Processing repeat prescriptions, in accordance with Practice Policy and SOPs.
Dispensary Stock:
Receiving, processing and ordering stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs.
Maintaining adequate stocks of drugs/pharmaceuticals (based on stock control levels).
Storing stock in accordance with Practice Policies and SOPs, completing the Fridge and Room Temperature logs as necessary.
Keeping the dispensary shelves and workstations clean and tidy, and contributing to stock checks and housekeeping, according to Practice Policies and SOPs.
Dealing with Controlled Drugs ordering, stock control, storage and destruction, in line with Practice Policies and SOPs.
Please refer to the attached job description for comprehensive information regarding the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations associated with the position.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes Essential
Works effectively independently and as a member of a team. Flexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a stakeholder focused response. Self-motivated and proactive. Continued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of work. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Requirements Essential
Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments if required.
Desirable
UK Driving Licence.
Experience Essential
General office skills, photocopier, scanning, shredding. Awareness of Data Protection Act and need for confidentiality of Information. Attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily. Excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team members, patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals, with the ability to adjust communication style. Committed to own continuing personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress. Flexibility of working hours/able to work at the desired times.
Desirable
Experience of working in a medical or primary care setting. Computer literate with an ability to use the required GP clinical systems. Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines.
Qualifications Essential
Recognised dispensing qualification with a minimum of NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent).
Desirable
GCSEs at grade C or equivalent (or 4-9), including English and Maths. Training in administration/clerical duties at NVQ level or above. NVQ Level 2/3 in Dispensing or related discipline.
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 North Curry Health Centre
Address North Curry Health Centre
Greenway
North Curry
Taunton
Somerset
TA3 6NQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.northcurryhealthcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)