Dispenser

NHS; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Evesham is seeking a qualified Dispenser or someone willing to train as one to join their team. This part-time role involves providing high-quality dispensing services and ensuring accurate stock management. Candidates must possess at least NVQ level 2 or be committed to achieving this qualification. Strong customer service skills are also required. Join a friendly team dedicated to patient care while growing in a professional setting.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualifications.
• Willingness to be trained to become a qualified Dispenser.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality dispensing services.
• Dispense medication to patients as directed.
• Ensure accurate stock management.
• Maintain records of dispensing activity.
• Process repeat prescriptions.
• Assist patients with medication queries.
• Deliver medication to patients when required.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Summary
We are looking for an NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) qualified Dispenser, or someone who is willing to be put through training to become a dispenser, to join our busy Dispensary Team.

About Us
Abbey Medical Practice is based in the semi rural market town of Evesham and serves over 9000 patients. We have a professional team, but still manage to maintain that small business feel where everyone is a person first and not just a cog in the machine.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• To provide high quality dispensing services.
• To dispense medication to patients as directed by the GPs, including making up preparations as necessary to the required strength and volume.
• To ensure that orders for stock are placed with the appropriate supplier as and when necessary, and to input incoming stock into the computerised dispensing system, including the accurate recording of type, quantity, strength, batch number and expiry date etc as required. Also, to ensure that stock is stored tidily, in the correct conditions and rotated according to good practice.
• To maintain accurate records of dispensing activity, both manual and computerised.
• To process requests for repeat prescriptions, ensuring that the prescription/medication is available for collection within 3 working days of the request (and sooner if required). Also, to issue repeat prescriptions/medications to patients as and when required.
• To collect prescription charges as appropriate and maintain accurate records of monies received etc.
• To assist patients in resolving queries in connection with their medication and obtaining advice from GPs as necessary and appropriate.
• To participate in delivering dispensed medication to patients in outlying areas, as and when required.
• To work safely at all times, reporting any actual or potential hazards to the Dispensary Supervisor without delay.
• Any other duties within the general scope of the post and appropriate to the grading as may be required from time to time. Major changes in duties will be discussed with the post holder before implementation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualified Dispenser, or be willing to be trained to this level

Desirable

• Driving License

Experience

Essential

• Strong customer service skills.

• Desirable Prior experience of working in a Dispensary.

Other Details

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Salary: Depending on experience

Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Personal/Professional Development, Quality, Communication

• The post holder will follow health and safety policies, infection control procedures and maintain a tidy, safe work environment.
• Support equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Participate in training and annual performance reviews to support personal and professional development.
• Contribute to quality and audit processes and communicate effectively with team members and patients.

Other

Disclosures: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.

Location

Abbey Medical Practice, Abbey Lane, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4BS