Dispensary Assistant

Dispensing NHS prescriptions for dispensing patients in a timely manner.

Providing a repeat prescription service, which includes taking requests by telephone, email and repeat slips.

Handing out medication and dealing with face to face queries.

To answer the telephone and assist in patient enquiries.

Assist with stock controls.

Liaise with other healthcare professionals.

Ensure that confidentiality of patient information is respected at all times.

To assist with maintaining a clean and tidy working environment.

Working in accordance with Dispensary SOPS at all times.

Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Dispensary Assistant

Responsible to : Practice Manager

Dispensing acute + repeat prescriptions

Dispensing using the Emis computer system

Providing a repeat prescription service which includes taking requests by telephone, email and repeat slips.

Handing out prescriptions and collecting charges when appropriate

Sorting and endorsing prescriptions

Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesaler's computer link

Checking goods as and when they are delivered

Returning incorrect goods to the wholesalers

Stocking shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas using rotation method

Disposal of returned unused medicines

Saxon Spires Practice is a large two site GP Surgery based in Guilsborough and Brixworth, with excellent patient feedback and a committed team. We are a friendly, innovative practice with 8 Clinical Partners and 6 Salaried GP's, plus an excellent Nursing and Admin Team.

Due to our rural location, having a reliable source of transport is essential and free parking is available.

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