Dispenser (Maternity Cover)

To ensure that all medicines and

appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is

doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling

instructions to check with the authorising Doctor or Duty Doctor.

To collect all due prescription

charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is

duly filled in and signed by the patient.

To endorse all prescription forms as

appropriate

To promptly forward all invoices and

dispensary related correspondence to the Practice Manager or Dispensary Manager

according to Practice Policy.

To notify the authorising Doctor of

any FP10 returns/feedback from the PPA so that any appropriate remedial action

may be taken.

To operate efficient stock control

appropriate to the needs of the Practice with the objective of ensuring

continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out-of-date

stock.

To ensure that drugs are stored in an

appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.

To ensure 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 take prompt action in response to

any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.

To ensure that refrigerated items are

stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control

record/logbook.

To maintain full and accurate records

of all dispensing transactions incorporating the use of computers when

available and appropriate.

To check prescriptions dispensed by

colleagues.

To participate as required in the

annual stocktake.

To undertake any necessary work as may

be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient

dispensing service.

Issue prescriptions daily to keeping

on top for our 3 day collection

Cash up the till money daily

Deal with patient queries in person or

over the telephone

To cover front desk duties on a rota

basis.

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