Job Description
Issuing stock items and prepared prescriptions
Collection of prescription charges,checking patient exemption statements
Operation of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the dispensary with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage
Ensuring that drugs are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the manufacturers instructions
Ensuring that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature
Able to inject the injections, prescribe medicines as per requirement and maintaining the temperature control record,logbook
Cleaning work surfaces and shelving on a regular basis and ensuring that that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order.
Maintaining full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions.
Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by the supervising dispenser. Ordering and unpacking drugs and dressings.
Dispensing and checking repeat prescriptions and prescriptions from surgeries under the supervision of a dispenser.
Taking orders for repeats and dealing with queries from district nurses and support staff.
Using the computer to keep records up to date.
Checking patients records if concerned about the appropriateness of requests for medication.
Dealing with queries from patients regarding their prescriptions.
Ordering drugs using the modem link to the wholesalers.
Some reception work as required as part of the dispensing process.
Handling controlled drugs (and keeping register).
Handling prescription money and operating/balancing the till.
Assisting when required to meet targets in relation to dispensing doctors scheme
Assisting in stock checks
Job Specification
Candidate must be sharp and motivated. Has to work from 9:00 am till 2:00 pm. Handsome salary along with other benefits will be offered. Minimum 1-2 years of experience.