Dispenser / Counter Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Mehefin 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 29 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Stafford, ST19 9NB |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | A2234-25-0014 |
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FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION To work alongside pharmacist pharmacy technicians and under the supervision of the responsible pharmacist to ensure the safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to patients. To provide medicines-related and healthy lifestyle advice to patients. To have completed an accredited NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) Dispensing Assistant training course. It is desirable that the candidate has undertaken a NVQ level 2 in Medicine counter assistant course. Candidate key responabilities; To select and label pharmaceutical products in accordance with a prescription by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and complying with all legal requirements. To ensure the safe and correct transfer of dispensed items to patients. To accurately maintain Patient Medication Records (PMR) to ensure patient safety and in accordance with data protection requirements. To identify medicine related problems or queries and bring these to the attention of the pharmacist. To answer queries on the supply and availability of medicines, where it is within your competence. To receive stock in accordance with SOPs. To ensure the safe and appropriate storage of medicines, undertaking temperature monitoring. To assist with stock control and the maintenance of reasonable stock levels. To liaise with other healthcare professionals to assist in providing best service for patients. To undertake the preparation of Monitored Dosage Systems. To respond to symptoms described by customers by following agreed protocols and using own knowledge and judgement. To select and recommend suitable products and provide advice on their correct use. To provide advice on leading a healthy lifestyle. To refer to the pharmacist when appropriate. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of medicines and minor ailments by reading journals, product information and training resources. To assist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients by carrying out reasonable duties as determined by the pharmacist. Handle cash and electronic payments for prescription charges and other goods/services