To work alongside 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 as well as assisting in the smooth operation of the pharmacy.
Reports to: Responsible Pharmacist
Key responsibilities:
* To be working towards or have completed an accredited NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) Dispensing Assistant training course under the guidance of the pharmacist.
* To select, label and dispense 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.
* To assist with stock control and the maintenance of reasonable stock levels within the pharmacy environment.
* To liaise with other healthcare professionals to assist in the continuity of patient care across primary and secondary care.
* To assist with service provision to care homes including 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 assist with the engagement of patients onto advanced services such as NMS/Travel & Flu vaccinations/Hypertension service /Weight Management etc.
* 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 needs of the business.
* To undertake prescription collection and medication deliveries as required.
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