Dispenser
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | Hungerford, RG17 8PS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A4172-25-0001 |
Summary
The following are the core responsibilities of the Dispenser. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies b. Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately c. Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary protocol d. Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering e. Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable f. Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy g. Safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines h. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 48-hour timeframe i. Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters j. Process prescription requests via email, phone, fax, face-to-face and online k. Processing Dossett boxes l. Assisting the dispensary manager in the preparation of monthly returns m. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times Maintain accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately