Job Title: Support Pharmacist
Join our team in a busy and challenging environment to support the Managing Pharmacist in the running of the dispensary.
The ideal candidate will work to agreed operating procedures within the pharmacy to maintain the highest ethical standards and deliver excellent customer care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Strictly observe statutory regulations relating to medicinal product supply as per the Pharmacy Act 2007.
* Adhere to dispensing standard operating procedures, maintaining records and hygiene as per the Pharmacy Act 2008.
* Ensure Health and Safety issues are brought to the attention of the managing pharmacist.
* Provide advisory role about over-the-counter medicines and ensure staff on the medicine counter understand counter prescribing procedure and their limitations.
* Implement proper procedure for Department of Health Schemes (e.g. DPS, LTI, GMS), keeping them up-to-date, submitted properly at the end of each month, and payment reconciled according to Company Procedures.
* Maintain appropriate stock levels in the Pharmacy, ensuring correct storage and monitoring of dated products.
* Assume full responsibility during absence of the Pharmacist for supervising the pharmacy in the provision of medicinal products.
* Ensure the Pharmacy is kept clean and tidy, with any Health and Safety issues promptly brought to the attention of the Pharmacy Manager.
* Deliver the highest standards of care and service while on duty.
* Understand, support, and participate in the retail operation of the Pharmacy.
* Participate in training and development programmes provided by the pharmacy.
* Stay up-to-date with all changes to registration and PSI practice guidance.
* Perform other duties as required.
Leadership & Teamwork:
* Support other stakeholders within the pharmacy to ensure delivery of company goals.
* This role requires high level of pro-activity and ability to work on own initiative.
* Build positive relationships with others in the pharmacy to create a positive working environment.
* Participate in staff training programmes and implementation, being proactive in developing the role function.
* Give education and training programmes within the Pharmacy.
* Assist the managing pharmacist in health promotion programs and pharmaceutical care implementation.