Pharmacist

Aspire Locums (Northwest) Limited; Cockermouth, Whitehaven, Workington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Job summary

Aspire Locums (Northwest) Limited is seeking a motivated Pharmacist for a community pharmacy in Cumbria. You will assist the Pharmacist with dispensing, customer service and day-to-day operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with NHS and GPhC standards.

The role requires GPhC registration, your own indemnity, enhanced DBS, and right-to-work in the UK. You will work as part of a friendly team with opportunities for professional development and flexible hours where possible.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the GPhC in the UK.
• Must hold your own Indemnity.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right-to-Work in UK.
• Provide two referees we can contact for a reference.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare and dispense prescriptions.
• Ensure correct label and package of medicines according to legal and company standards.
• Manage stock levels, check expiry dates, and maintain accurate records of medications.
• Answer customer queries in person and over the phone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Ensure prescriptions are processed safely and efficiently, including controlled drugs and private prescriptions.
• Support the pharmacy team with administrative duties such as filing, ordering stock, and maintaining patient records.
• Adhere to all NHS, GPhC, and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization within the pharmacy.

Skills

GPhC registration

Indemnity ownership

Enhanced DBS check

Right to work in UK

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Team player under pressure

UK community pharmacy experience

UK pharmacy software familiarity

Tools

ProScript

RXWeb

Job description

My Client is an Independent Community Pharmacy in Cumbria. We are working seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacist to join their existing Pharmacy team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the Pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications, offering excellent customer service, and ensuring the smooth and efficient operations within the pharmacy.

Criteria:

• Must be registered with the GPhC in UK
• Must hold your own Indemnity
• Enhanced DBS check
• Right-to-Work in UK
• Provide two referees we can contact for a reference

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare and dispense prescriptions
• Ensure correct label and package of medicines according to legal and company standards
• Ensure management of stock levels, check expiry dates, and maintain accurate records of medications
• Answer customer queries both in person and over the phone in a friendly and professional manner
• Ensure prescriptions are processed safely and efficiently, including controlled drugs and private prescriptions
• Support the pharmacy team with administrative duties such as filing, ordering stock, and maintaining patient records
• Adhere to all NHS, GPhC, and company policies and procedures
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization within the pharmacy

Services:

• Pharmacy First
• Hypertension Case Finding
• NMS (New Medicine Service)
• Weight Management
• Anticoagulants
• Diabetes
• Blood Pressure
• Needle Exchange
• Supervised Methadone Consumption
• Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC)
• Minor Ailments
• Flu, & Covid Vaccinations
• Smoking Cessation
• Pregnancy Testing
• Chlamydia Testing
• Surgical Appliances
• Ostomy
• Prescription Collection and Delivery
• Healthcare Advice
• Palliative Care

Skills

• Previous experience working in a UK community pharmacy setting is essential
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well in a team and under pressure
• Familiarity with UK pharmacy software systems (e.g., ProScript, RXWeb, etc.)
• A customer-focused attitude and professional demeanour is essential

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for continued training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working hours (where possible)
• A chance to make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of the local community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.