Pharmacist

Phoenix UK Group; Lancing; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday pro rata

GPhC renewal fees paid

Performance bonus up to £5,000 peryear

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy in Lancing is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist for a 12‑month fixed‑term maternity cover. The role supports a busy community branch using Medipac robotic distribution technology and offers a structured, patient‑focused environment.

Key requirements include GPhC registration and community pharmacy experience. The successful candidate will dispense accurately, counsel patients, and collaborate with the healthcare team to optimise care.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration as a pharmacist
• Experience in a community pharmacy setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team and independently

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications accurately and in a timely manner
• Provide medication counselling and answer patient questions
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to optimise patient care
• Conduct medication reviews and ensure safe medication management
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage pharmacy inventory
• Provide immunization services where applicable
• Advise on over‑the‑counter products and healthcare items
• Participate in health promotion and public health initiatives

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Immunization

Education

GPhC registered Pharmacist

Job description

Job title: Pharmacist - 12 month FTC Maternity Cover
Branch Address: 31 North Road, Lancing, BN15 9AH
Salary: Competitive rates
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00am - 17:30pm

Are you a dedicated and patient-focused Pharmacist looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare industry?

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Lancing branch. As a reputable and community oriented pharmacy chain, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care to our patients. If you are passionate about improving the well being of individuals in your community and eager to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, we want to hear from you.

This branch is staffed with an experienced team including a a non-pharm managerproviding an excellent service to the local community from their setting on a high street. Currently dispensing around 8,000 items per month, this is a relatively busybranch. As well as providing a variety of services, this branch also utilises our Medipac robotic distribution technology. This frees up your time to provide the care our patients deserve.

What We Offer

• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays pro rata (Increasing to 40 days with length of service)
• GPhC renewal fees paid
• Performance related bonus of up to £5000 per year
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Market leading employee discounts programme including a range of big-name retailers

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all legal and ethical guidelines
• Provide medication counselling and support to patients, answering their questions and addressing concerns
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, to optimize patient care
• Conduct medication reviews and ensure safe and effective medication management
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage pharmacy inventory
• Provide immunization services (where applicable)
• Offer advice on over-the-counter medications and healthcare products
• Actively participate in health promotion and public health initiatives

What We Require

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Proven experience in a communitypharmacy setting
• Strong commitment to patient care and safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceutical products and healthcare trends
• A flexible and positive approach to problem-solving