Pharmacy Dispensary Manager

They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The post holder is primarily responsible for organisation of workload and supervision of all staff in the Dispensary. This will include managing workload, quality of dispensing and support the Pharmacy Manager in meeting dispensary KPIs. Some of the main accountabilities are the following: To deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for the smooth running of the dispensary and resolving problems as they arise. To organise the dispensary-based services including outpatients dispensing, dispensing controlled drugs and specific Private Prescriptions to agreed performance targets with guidance and support from the Pharmacy Manager. To assist with the writing, implementation and updating of policies and procedures specific to the dispensary service. To review dispensary errors ensuring actions are taken to address poor performance and reporting progress to the Pharmacy Manager. To attend meetings when required with important stakeholders with the aim of improving practice(s) within the department. To generate and maintain an efficient and effective dispensary rota. To assist with good stock control, ensuring the efficient use of resources, keeping waste to a minimum and encouraging the reuse of medicines where possible. To cover, where appropriate, the duties of other Dispensary staff in their absence.