Pharmacist

Rowlands Pharmacy (Phoenix Medical Supplies); Rushden; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

GPhC renewal fees paid

Performance bonus up to £5,000

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a pharmacist for their Rushden branch, located at Parklands Medical Centre. The role involves dispensing, patient counselling, and collaborating with GP staff to ensure high-quality care. The branch uses Medipac robotics and ProScript Connect for prescriptions.

The team handles about 10,000 items per month in a busy setting. A relocation package is possible, with generous benefits and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Proven experience in a community pharmacy setting.
• Commitment to patient care and safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceutical products and healthcare trends.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently.
• Provide medication counselling and support to patients.
• Collaborate with doctors and nurses to optimise patient care.
• Conduct medication reviews and ensure safe medication management.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage inventory.
• Provide immunization services (where applicable).
• Advise on over-the-counter medications and healthcare products.
• Participate in health promotion and public health initiatives.

Skills

Patient counselling

Communication

Team collaboration

Immunization services

Medication safety

Pharmacy operations

Education

GPhC registration

Tools

Medipac robotic distribution

ProScript Connect

Job description

Job title: Pharmacist (Newly Qualified would be considered)

Branch Address: Parklands Medical Centre, Wymington Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 9EB

Salary: Competitive rates

Other Incentive: Potential generous relocation package

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00 - 18:00

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 Rushden 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 non-pharm manager and 6 dispensers providing an excellent service to the local community from their setting attached to a GP surgery. Currently dispensing around 10,000 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.

As well as providing a variety of services, like NMS, BP, ABPM, Contraception, Flu, Covid, Pharmacy First, Weight Management, the branch uses ProScript Connect to dispense Prescriptions.

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 £5,000 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 community pharmacy 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

We are an equal opportunities employer.