Pharmacist

Rowlands Pharmacy; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-oriented pharmacy in Preston is seeking a talented Registered Pharmacist to join their team. The role involves dispensing medications, providing patient counselling, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize care. Candidates must be GPhC registered and demonstrate excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a performance-related bonus of up to £5000 per year.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

GPhC fees paid

Performance related bonus

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee discounts programme

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to patient care and safety.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Flexible and positive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately.
• Provide medication counselling to patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize care.
• Conduct medication reviews and manage pharmacy inventory.
• Participate in health promotion and public health initiatives.

Skills

Commitment to patient care and safety

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceutical products

Problem-solving skills

Education

Registered Pharmacist with GPhC

Job description

Overview

Job title: Pharmacist

Branch Address: 24 Mark Square, Preston PR4 6TU

Salary and Hourly Rate: Competitive with excellent benefit

Working Hours: Average 36 hours per week

Monday (9am to 5:30pm) Tuesday (9am to 5:30pm) Thursday (9am to 5:30pm) Friday (9am to 5:30pm) – plus 1 in 2 Saturdays (9am to 1pm)

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Tarleton 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 x2 ACPT'S providing an excellent service to the local community from their setting in a residential area across from the doctors surgery - with great free parking. Currently dispensing around 9000 items per month, this is a relatively BUSY branch. 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

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (Increasing to 32 days with length of service)
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday per year
• GPhC 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)
• 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

Contact Details

Rowlands Pharmacy
Tel: [phone]
Contact: Karl Rowlands
Email: [e-mail]