Duties and responsibilities Issuing stock items and prepared prescriptions. Collection of prescription charges/checking patient exemptions. Process and record controlled drugs in line with current legislations ensuring that all items are recorded in the register and regular checks are undertaken Processing and bundling prescriptions for the Prescription Pricing Authority Operation of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the dispensary with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage Ensuring that drugs are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Ensuring that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and maintaining the temperature control record/logbook Cleaning work surfaces and shelving on a regular basis and ensuring that all dispensing equipment is kept clean and in good working order Maintaining full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions Working within the guidelines issued by the practice standard operating procedures for dispensary ensuring these are followed at all times Undertaking other reasonable duties within the framework of the post as directed by the Dispensary Manager.