Mill Road Surgery is looking for a dispenser to join the team on a part-time basis, hours to be confirmed, dependent on applicant. Responsibilities include: Assisting patients with prescription collections and any dispensing queries Dispensing medication against prescriptions and checking dispensed prescriptions Dealing with both telephone and online patient queries effectively Collecting all due prescription charges and ensuring that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient Ensuring that all monies received or handled on behalf of the practice are appropriately stored, and a record kept of all financial transactions Promptly forwarding all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the practice manager or dispensary supervisor, according to practice policy Operating efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the practice, with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out-of-date stock Carrying-out prescription related processes, independently, on the patient record via SystmOne Ensuring that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner, in accordance with the accompanying instructions Ensuring that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and is in good working order Ensuring that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and maintaining a temperature control record/logbook Ensuring all tasks relating to the dispensary are dealt with efficiently Undertaking any necessary work as may be required and appropriate to maintain a high standard and efficient dispensing service Covering for colleagues’ holiday/sick leave, occasionally at short notice. About the Candidate We are seeking a well-organised individual who benefits from working in a team environment, with current dispensing experience and training, and has excellent customer service and communication skills. This is a busy and varied role, and the successful applicant will be fully committed to attention to detail, patient safety and high-quality service provision. About Us Mill Road Surgery has a practice list size of over 18,000 patients and use SystmOne. We have regularly been voted top in the NHS Patient Survey for GP Surgeries in Colchester. Benefits: NHS pension 28 days' annual leave bank holidays (pro rata) On-site parking Company sick pay Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.