Pharmacist

Rowlands Pharmacy; Sefton; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday pro rata

Performance bonus up to £2000 per year

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

Rowlands Pharmacy at Southport and Formby District General Hospital is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist for a part-time role (3 hours per week, Saturdays 09:00–12:00). The position focuses on accurate dispensing, patient counselling, and collaboration with ward staff to optimise care.

GPhC registration and hospital experience are required, with a supportive benefits package. The role offers on-site work at the hospital, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and teamwork within the NHS Trust

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is required.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy setting is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring legal and ethical compliance.
• Provide medication counselling and support to patients.
• Collaborate with doctors and nurses to optimise 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.
• Participate in health promotion and public health initiatives.

Skills

GPhC registration

Hospital pharmacy experience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

GPhC registered pharmacist

Tools

EMIS Ascribe

Job description

Branch Address:

Southport and Formby District General Hospital, Town Lane, Kew, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6PN

Salary:

Competitive rate and excellent benefits

Working Hours: 3 hours per week

Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

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 Southport and Ormskirk Trust Hospital

• Southport dispensed items is approximately 5,000 per month - due to increase
• We have excellent relationships with the NHS Trust partner.
• There is on site payable parking.
• EMIS Ascribe currently used in branch and is used by the Trust too.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate and excellent benefits
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) pro rata (rising to 40 days with length of service)
• Performance related bonus of up to £2000 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 Hospital 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