Supervising Pharmacist, Dublin 6

Meagher's Pharmacy Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

4-day work week

Employee discounts and benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Service Leave Benefit

Pension Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme & TaxSaver

Personal development

Training and coaching

Job summary

Meaghers Pharmacy in Dublin 6 is seeking an experienced Supervising Pharmacist to lead the retail pharmacy operations, ensuring safe dispensing and patient-centered care. You will manage a team, deliver services like vaccinations and common conditions, and maintain high professional standards.

The role reports to the Superintendent Pharmacist and offers a competitive salary, 4-day work week, and opportunities for development within an award-winning team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-registration experience with PSI registration.
• Experience as supervising pharmacist desirable.
• Strong people management and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient care skills.
• Community-oriented with good customer engagement.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Vaccination and common condition service delivery experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe operation of the retail pharmacy and supply of medicines per Pharmacy Act 2007 and PSI regulations.
• Ensure high standards of patient care and service within the Meaghers Pharmacy team; provide counselling and adherence support.
• Provide or oversee vaccination and expanded services where applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Ensure SOPs are implemented and followed by all staff.
• Lead and motivate the OTC/technician team; manage performance and development.
• Comply with health and safety and data protection requirements; report issues to management.
• Prepare for PSI inspections and PCRS monthly claims.
• Support business improvements and expansion of pharmacy services.
• Participate in staff training and company meetings.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Patient care

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Supervising Pharmacist - Meaghers Pharmacy

Start Date - October 2026

Permanent Contract

Dublin 6

Reporting directly into the Superintendent Pharmacist and based at our well-established Pharmacy in Dublin 6, the ideal candidate for the Supervising Pharmacist role will have experience in a community Pharmacy setting, be positive and friendly with a can-do attitude, a strong leader and always willing to put the customer first.

In return our Supervising Pharmacist will receive a competitive salary and benefits package and join an award-winning team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• 4 - day work week


• Generous employee discounts and benefits


• Annual bonus scheme


• Service Leave Benefit


• Pension Scheme


• Bike to Work Scheme & TaxSaver Commuter Tickets Scheme


• Opportunities for personal development


• Training and coaching from our excellent team

Duties

• Overall responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the retail pharmacy and supply of medicines in accordance with the requirements of the Pharmacy Act 2007, the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI) regulatory framework, and all relevant legislation and professional standards


• Ensuring the highest standards of patient care and service are delivered as part of the Meaghers Pharmacy Team. Deliver patient centred services including medication counselling, adherence support and clinical checks


• Provide or oversee pharmacy services such as Common Conditions Service, vaccinations, emergency contraception, blood pressure monitoring and other expanded services where applicable


• Maintain high standards of patient confidentiality and professional ethics


• Adhere to the pharmacy's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - ensure they are implemented and followed by all staff


• Work alongside a support pharmacist and lead and manage an established team of OTC assistants and technicians, ensuring that staff are motivated. Leading processes such as


• performance reviews and training and development for the full team. Promote a positive, collaborative and patient-focused work environment


• Ensure the pharmacy operates in accordance with health and safety legislation and data protection requirements. Ensure any issues of a Health and Safety nature are brought to the attention of the Superintendent Pharmacist and Area Manager immediately


• Prepare for and participate in PSI inspections where required


• Ensure full compliance with the rules and requirements of the HSE Primary Care Reimbursement Service (PCRS) for dispensing under community drug schemes and submission of monthly claims. Maintain appropriate records and procedures to supply audit and inspection requirements.


• Overseeing the management of retail sales and assisting in healthcare and retail events when required.


• Supporting any change to improve the business along with senior managers. Identify opportunities to develop and expand pharmacy services, and to improve efficiencies within the pharmacy. Analyse and interpret trends to facilitate planning.


• Provide support to other stakeholders within the pharmacy group to ensure the delivery of company goals.


• Participate in staff training programmes and attend company meetings when required.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills Required

• A minimum of 3 years post- registration experience and a current registered. Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland with experience of the schemes in the Republic of Ireland.


• Previous experience in a Supervising Pharmacist role is desirable.


• The successful candidate must have previous people management experience and display excellent decision‑making ability and a sense of responsibility.


• A strong sense of community and willing to further how the pharmacist engages with their customers locally in a friendly professional and confidential manner.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient care skills.


• High level or organisation and attention to detail. Have a proven ability to work on multiple tasks accurately in a pressurised environment.


• A positive outlook with a friendly and approachable nature.


• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.


• Flexible and willing to engage fully with all elements of the operation of the pharmacy.


• Experience delivering vaccination and common condition service is desirable.