Supervising Pharmacist

Force; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSI registration fees paid

Paid CPD and leadership training

Weekdays only hours

Job summary

Force Recruitment is seeking a Supervising Pharmacist for a well-established community pharmacy in Dublin. You will hold full professional and legal responsibility for the pharmacy while leading and developing the team to deliver high standards daily.

The role focuses on clinical leadership, patient safety and dispensary excellence, with a 40-hour week and a four-day option available. PSI registration is essential and salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI).
• Minimum 3 years' post-registration experience; Supervising Pharmacist experience is a plus.
• Natural leader who mentors others and drives development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the pharmacy team through day-to-day guidance, training and feedback.
• Set standards for the dispensary and foster accountability, patient safety and continuous improvement.
• Identify development needs and support career progression of staff.
• Oversee audits, risk assessments and compliance in the dispensary.
• Manage day-to-day dispensary operations, ensuring safe, accurate dispensing in line with PSI standards.
• Provide clinical advice and patient consultations on prescriptions, OTC and supplements.
• Manage stock control, ordering and monthly submissions to payment boards.
• Build strong relationships with patients, GPs and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

PSI Registration

Job description

Supervising Pharmacist - South Dublin

Location:South Dublin
Contract: Permanent, full-time (40 hours; four-day option is also available)

Force Recruitment is seeking a Supervising Pharmacist on behalf of a well-established community pharmacy in Dublin. This is a leadership role for a PSI-registered pharmacist who enjoys building and developing a team, making professional decisions, and creating a dispensary where high standards are delivered every day.

The Role

As Supervising Pharmacist, you will hold full professional and legal responsibility for the pharmacy, but this is as much a people‑leadership role as a clinical one. You will:

• Lead, coach and develop the pharmacy team -support pharmacists, technicians and front‑of‑shop staff through day‑to‑day guidance, structured training and regular feedback
• Set clear standards for the dispensary and build a culture of accountability, patient safety and continuous improvement
• Identify individual strengths and development needs, supporting career progression and ensuring the team is confident and capable
• Carry out ongoing review through audit, observation and risk assessment to maintain quality and compliance
• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the dispensary, ensuring safe, accurate and efficient dispensing in line with PSI standards and SOPs
• Provide clinical advice and patient consultations on prescription, OTC and complementary medicines
• Manage stock control, ordering and monthly submissions to payment boards
• Act as a role model for the team and build strong relationships with patients, local GPs and other healthcare professionals

About You

• Registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI)
• Minimum 3 years' post-registration experience; prior experience as a Supervising Pharmacist an advantage
• A natural leader who enjoys mentoring others and seeing colleagues grow
• Able to give clear direction, delegate effectively and give constructive feedback
• Strong clinical knowledge with excellent attention to detail
• Calm under pressure, organised and able to work on your own initiative
• Eligible to work in Ireland

What's on Offer

• Salary negotiable based on experience
• PSI registration fees paid
• Paid CPD, leadership training and professional development support
• Monday to Friday, No late nights or Sunday working