Dispenser - Norwich, United Kingdom - Drayton Medical Practice

Drayton Medical Practice
Drayton Medical Practice
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Norwich, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description
This is for maternity cover until January 2024, the hours of work are

Monday 08:00-18:00

Thursday 08:00-18:00

Friday 08:00-18:00

(30 minutes lunch per day)


Job Summary:


  • To accurately and efficiently process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and nurse Practitioners where appropriate in accordance with the principles of good practice.
  • To keep accurate patient records and be responsible for overseeing all administration within the dispensary
  • To adhere to the strictest confidentiality when handling medical records and other information pertaining to patients and staff

Key Responsibilities:

Duties may vary under the direction of the Dispensary Manager depending on workload and staffing levels and may include the following:

  • Ensuring that all dispensed medications are correct and include all relevant information for the patient; any uncertainty as to the item, does or labeling to be checked with authorising GP or dispensing nurse.
  • Completing DRUM reviews yearly on appropriate patients.
  • Collecting prescription charges and ensuring all relevant paperwork, including the declaration on the reverse of the FP10, is signed by the patient.
  • Dispensing and checking dosette boxes accurately to patients.
  • Adhering to practice policies for controlled drugs, providing a second check on all medication as issued.
  • Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary and reordering when necessary.
  • To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.
  • To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook.
  • Checking expiry dates on medications and ensuring proper storage conditions are observed.
  • Ensure that all drug safety alerts and notices are acted upon.
  • Fully observe legal requirements relevant to a dispensing Practice, including HA regulations and controlled drugs.
  • Ensure the safety of all who enter the dispensary.
  • Accepting deliveries of medication and forwarding invoices to the Dispensary Manager.
  • Maintaining uptodate marketplace knowledge by checking prices with suppliers.
  • Endorsing all prescription forms as appropriate, collating and submitting forms to the PPA to process reimbursement.
  • Effectively controlling stock levels, ensuring sufficient stock for all Practice needs while minimising wastage.
  • Record Fridge temperatures twice daily on appropriate log sheets.
  • Taking informed and appropriate action should any drug alert bulletins be received.
  • Ensuring thorough familiarity with the clinical computer system to ensure all relevant patient information is recorded and resolving any problems that arise.
  • Safely disposing of returned, incorrect or outofdate medications.
  • Reordering stationery and other nonmedical supplies when necessary.
  • Issuing prescriptions to nondispensing patients.
  • Issuing repeat prescriptions to patients according to agreed timescale and directions of authorising GP or nurse Practitioner.
  • Assessing if the patient is uptodate with all medical investigations and followup appointments or confirm that these have been arranged.
  • Aiding patients with the completion of exemption criteria on the reverse of the prescription form if necessary.
  • Assisting with audits when necessary.
  • Liaising with members of clinical staff regarding the medication of individual patients.
  • Attending regular meetings with other members of the dispensing team in order for patient information to be exchanged.
  • Maintaining safe and hygienic work surfaces within the dispensing with regular cleaning and ensuring all equipment is in a good state of repair.
  • Maintain a safe working environment free from hazards, maintaining familiarity with COSHH regulations.
  • Being proactive in suggesting and developing new initiates to improve the dispensary.
  • Prioritising tasks and working under own initiat

Confidentiality:


  • In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
  • In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the postholder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
  • Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and s
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