EXTENDED SCOPE OF PRACTICE FOR PHARMACISTS | • Repeat prescribing (Continuing supply of repeat medication) |
• Minor ailments scheme (e.g. for antibiotics, urinary tract infections) | |
• Medication adjustments (e.g. dosing, side-effect concerns) | |
• Point of care testing (e.g. blood cholesterol, glucose testing) | |
• Pharmacist-administered vaccinations | |
NEW OR IMPROVED EXISTING PHARMACY SERVICES | Increased access to pharmacist or other healthcare professionals |
• New services: virtual pharmacy consultations, checking technicians, direct referrals to specialists from pharmacists, home visits/community health workers | |
• Extended services: increased number of pharmacists in the pharmacy, forward pharmacy, Rolls Royce Service, co-location with other healthcare professionals/one-stop-shop | |
Increased access to medications and information | |
• New services: prompt dispensing and ordering, e.g. online and dispensing terminals, chronic illness card, drive thru service, service directory, case coordinator | |
• Extended services: information sessions, health promotion, medication indication on prescriptions, prescription reminder service, home deliveries |