Pharmacist

Healthxchange; Manchester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Annual bonus

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff discount

Staff social events

Health Assured EAP

Birthday Day Off

Job summary

Healthxchange is seeking a Pharmacist to join our Manchester branch, reporting to the Pharmacy Manager. You’ll ensure GMP/GDP compliance, manage day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and support SOP adherence in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate holds a UK pharmacy license, a Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or life sciences, and strong leadership and communication skills. Salary is competitive with an annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered UK Pharmacist with valid license
• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or life sciences
• In-depth knowledge of UK pharmacy regulations (GPhC)
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS software packages
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities including the ability to mentor, inspire and motivate team members

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK pharmacy regulations set forth by UK regulatory bodies (GPhC)
• Oversee day-to-day pharmacy branch operations including dispensing prescriptions, inventory management, quality control procedures, health & safety and productivity management
• Supervision of all pharmacy & support staff in the absence of Pharmacy Manager
• Provide training, guidance and support to ensure adherence to SOPs
• Responsible for security of pharmacy branch including escalations and key holding (after probation)
• Ensure pharmacy branch operations inventory control to minimise discrepancies and loss
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Manager, Superintendent Pharmacist, Operations Director and Responsible Person to manage regulatory risks
• Support recruitment of pharmacy staff including interviews & induction plans
• Maintain accurate records of pharmacy transactions, prescriptions and regulatory documentation
• Ensure confidentiality and security of patient information
• Support contingency plans for disaster recovery to ensure continuity of service
• Own and report pharmacy KPIs daily to Pharmacy Manager; including Orders Completed, Orders not Completed, Issue Log, Returns, Productivity

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

GPhC Regulations

Job description

Pharmacist - Medical Aesthetics

Location: Manchester Pharmacy

Reporting to: Pharmacy Manager

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 18:00

Salary: Competitive + annual bonus

About Us:

Founded in 2000, Healthxchange is the leading supplier of medical aesthetic products and services to professionals across the UK & Ireland. Healthxchange proudly partner with award-winning brands including Obagi Medical, Medik8, Jan Marini, and Jane Iredale to strategically commercialise their products in market. We currently supply over 9,000 clinics with a full range of products (Skincare, Injectables, Energy-based devices) and services (software & education) to support their 360 business needs. The company offers a dynamic environment for innovation and growth in the medical aesthetic space.

About the role:

We are looking to secure a talented Pharmacist to work as part of our dynamic team, meeting KPI’s and assuring adherence to internal and external compliance standards. Good communication, organizational skills and a flexible approach will be a priority as there will be close collaboration with senior management, internal team members and external bodies. Knowledge of GDP and GMP requirements, along with Pharmacy Hub experience will be preferable.

Requirements:

• Registered UK Pharmacist with valid license to operate
• Batchelors degree in either pharmacy, life sciences or related field
• In-depth knowledge of pharmacy regulations (GPhC)
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS software packages
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities including the ability to mentor, inspire and motivate team members

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with relevant UK pharmacy regulations set forth by UK Regulatory bodies (GPhC)
• Oversee day-to-day pharmacy branch operations including dispensing prescriptions, inventory management, quality control procedures, health & safety and productivity management
• Supervision of all pharmacy & support staff in the absence of Pharmacy Manager
• Provide training, guidance and support to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Responsible for security of pharmacy branch including escalations and key holding (following probationary period)
• Responsible for pharmacy branch operations inventory control to minimise both discrepancies and loss prevention
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Manager, Superintendent Pharmacist, Operations Director and Responsible Person to ensure all regulatory risks within the pharmacy environment are identified, managed and removed
• Support recruitment of pharmacy staff including interviews & induction plans
• Maintain accurate records of pharmacy transactions, prescriptions and regulatory documentation
• Ensure confidentiality and security of patient information
• Support contingency plans for disaster recovery to ensure continuity of service
• Responsible for the daily productivity of sales orders migrating through pharmacy branch ensuring customer service expectation levels are maintained continuously
• Own and report pharmacy KPIs daily to Pharmacy Manager; including but not limited to: Orders Completed, Orders not Completed, Issue Log, Returns, Productivity

Benefits

• Company pension
• annual bonus
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (and increasing with service)
• staff discount
• staff social events
• access to Health Assured EAP
• Birthday Day Off Perk.

Healthxchange is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.