Trainee Dispensing Assistant/Dispensing Assistant

Trainee Dispensing Assistant/Dispensing Assistant Mitcheldean, England

Mitcheldean Surgery
Full Time Mitcheldean, England 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a candidate that is either experienced in dispensing (Primary Care or pharmacy setting acceptable), and/or qualified to NVQ Level 2 in dispensing or if not qualified candidates should be willing to undertake training to achieve qualification, support for which will be provided in the form of 2 additional paid hours per week.

The hours of work are part time over 3 days. We value our good reputation and the high quality of service we deliver to our patients and we seek a candidate who is enthusiastic and customer focussed.

1. Job Purpose

To deliver a high standard of dispensing services and provide front of house contact with patients, relatives and carers relating to all dispensing matters.

2. Specific Responsibilities

  • Ensure all patients are treated with dignity and respect, ensuring appropriate telephone and face-to-face manner is used with patients and callers thus promoting a pleasant and positive image of the Practice.
  • Respond to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and other visitors to the surgery – whether face-to-face, by telephone or upon request from the GP Partners, Lead Dispenser or Practice Manager.
  • Ensure all records, electronic or paper are kept up-to-date, maintained and filed correctly.
  • Process repeat prescription requests received via the approved Practice systems in accordance with Practice protocols.
  • Produce prescriptions for GPs to sign in an acceptable time frame.
  • Generate requests for medication on behalf of the patient for non-repeat items.
  • Act upon compliance issues, liaising with the appropriate clinician.
  • Input data into the patients’ healthcare records as necessary.
  • Deal with all prescription related enquiries in a timely manner.
  • Place daily orders for medication with wholesalers and suppliers, maintaining all associated paperwork.
  • Maintain an understanding of medication costs and order from most appropriate supplier.
  • Dispense prescribed medication to patients as directed by the GP Partners, ensuring all queries are followed up or brought to the attention of the appropriate GP.
  • Collect all NHS charges and complete associated paperwork in accordance with Department of Health regulations.
  • Work unsupervised and on own initiative, carrying out tasks such as repeat dispensing, stock/date checking.
  • Complete other tasks relating to QOF, the DSQS and other schemes the practice is committed to, completing all relevant paperwork, recording and audit.
  • Cover all dispensing duties as required or delegated to you by the GP Partners, Lead Dispenser or Practice Manager.
  • Attending meetings and training events as required.

3. Quality Standards

  • Full understanding and update awareness of medicine ethics and ways of working.
  • Proven history of high standards in accuracy.
  • Be fully conversant with Practice Policies and Procedures.
  • Participate in Practice meetings, giving feedback or contributing to systems or plans aimed to improve patient experience.
  • Previous experience in a dispensing role or qualified to NVQ Level 2 in Dispensing. If not qualified, willing to undertake training course to achieve qualification.
  • Be aware of and meet the requirements of the GMS Contract and QOF related tasks.

4. Customer Service

  • Provide advice and support to patients and public who contact the surgery, updating Lead Dispenser and/or Practice Manager of any important issues whenever necessary.
  • Deal with challenging telephone and face-to-face conversations in an empathetic manner.
  • Liaise with other organisations and clinicians in a professional manner at all times – ensuring the image of the Practice is not compromised.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/06/2023
Reference ID: Trainee Dispensing Assistant/Dispensing Assistant

Trainee Dispensing Assistant/Dispensing Assistant
Mitcheldean Surgery

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