Dispensary Administrative Assistant

The Coastal Partnership

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Job summary

The Coastal Partnership is excited to announce an opening for a Part-Time Dispensary Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role is integral to ensuring the seamless operation of our organisation through a diverse range of administrative duties. Based at our Windmill Surgery , you will support the dispensary team, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our services.

If you are passionate about promoting quality patient care and have the skills necessary to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Youll provide essential administrative support to our dispensary team, handling document management, record maintenance and assisting with audits and searches. Your role ensures the smooth operation of our practice.

About us

At The Coastal Partnership, were committed to empowering you to achieve your full potential, instilling confidence in your patient care and pride in your outcomes. While we are proud of our CQC good rating, we are constantly evolving to better serve our community. We are seeking individuals who share our vision for delivering high-quality primary care, regardless of where they are in their career journey. Led by our Partners and supported by a strong management team, our partnership operates across seven locations spanning three PCNs. We cater to a diverse range of demographics, from villages to towns and cities. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare delivery.

Date posted

17 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.82 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1699-24-0008

Job locations

Windmill Surgery

London Road

Wymondham

Norfolk

NR18 0AF

Job description

Job responsibilities

To file and hand out prepared prescriptions to people collecting their medication from the surgery
To respond to general patient prescription queries from the front desk, signposting as needed
To answer the Dispensary telephone, taking prescription requests & queries from patients & pharmacies
To empty the prescription request box daily & pass to Dispensary
To receive dispensary stock, check stock received & file invoice, leaving stock for dispensary staff to store
To count & file prescriptions daily
To enter prescription numbers in Dispensary monthly returns sheet
To prepare prescriptions for posting at month end
To support & promote the aims and ethos of the Practice and NHS Constitution in delivering high quality person-centred care
Promote effective communication with patients and colleagues within and outside the Team

Job description

Job responsibilities

To file and hand out prepared prescriptions to people collecting their medication from the surgery
To respond to general patient prescription queries from the front desk, signposting as needed
To answer the Dispensary telephone, taking prescription requests & queries from patients & pharmacies
To empty the prescription request box daily & pass to Dispensary
To receive dispensary stock, check stock received & file invoice, leaving stock for dispensary staff to store
To count & file prescriptions daily
To enter prescription numbers in Dispensary monthly returns sheet
To prepare prescriptions for posting at month end
To support & promote the aims and ethos of the Practice and NHS Constitution in delivering high quality person-centred care
Promote effective communication with patients and colleagues within and outside the Team

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

Experience of working in primary care
Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE grade C in English and Maths
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to use other systems as required

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

Experience of working in primary care
Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE grade C in English and Maths
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to use other systems as required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Coastal Partnership

Address

Windmill Surgery

London Road

Wymondham

Norfolk

NR18 0AF

Employer's website

https://www.coastaldoctors.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Coastal Partnership

Address

Windmill Surgery

London Road

Wymondham

Norfolk

NR18 0AF

Employer's website

https://www.coastaldoctors.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Human Resources

Cheri Barker

nwicb.cvp-hr@nhs.net

Date posted

17 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.82 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1699-24-0008

Job locations

Windmill Surgery

London Road

Wymondham

Norfolk

NR18 0AF

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