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Job Summary
A Pharmacist Leader works to drive the business forward and with enthusiasm aims to meet the targets, aims and goals set by the Company both professionally and commercially and to provide the customer with outstanding customer service.
Actively developing and promoting enhanced and other clinical services available within the location of the pharmacy, developing the professional side of the business.
Abides by the code of ethics as set by the General Pharmaceutical Council, ensuring patients are the first concern. They are involved in maintaining and improving the health of the customer by providing advice on over-the-counter medicines, the dispensing of prescriptions and the provision of public health services.
Main Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities
* Working to the code of ethics as laid down by the GPhC
* Ensure full compliance of company policies and procedures
* Ensure the pharmacy is open for trading and dispensing of prescriptions during registered hours of opening including any rota hours
* To carry out the role of responsible pharmacist as required by the GPhC
* Clinically checking all prescriptions and ensuring that medicines are accurately dispensed and safely supplied to the patient
* Supervising the preparation of any medicines
* Counselling and advising the public on the treatment of minor ailments
* Advising patients of any adverse side-effects of medicines or potential interactions with other medicines/treatments
* Ensure that the company’s current Standard Operation Procedures are complied with, up to date and understood by all relevant staff.
* Ensuring that near-misses and dispensing errors are managed and reviewed in line with Company Policy
* Ensure confidentiality is maintained according to the Information Governance file
* Liaising with doctors regarding prescriptions
* This is not an exhaustive list; you may also be required to perform any ad hoc tasks.
About Us
Knights Chemist Ltd was founded in 1984 with a government grant and a goal to create better access to medicines, and pharmacy services within the community. Our group of pharmacies all share the same vision to provide an exceptional service for local families.
Our highly trained and dedicated pharmacy teams are there to help in every aspect of our patients' wellbeing and to give sound professional advice when they need it. We welcome you to that team.
As part of your role, you will be helping to provide many services, directly affecting the healthcare of your local communities. At Knights, we pride ourselves on the special relationship we have developed with our customers to understand their needs and how we can best meet those needs.
Date Posted
16 February 2025
Pay Scheme
Salary: £40,000 to £52,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference Number
R0029-25-0000
Job Locations
Knights Pharmacy, 1 Bridge Street, Weedon, Northampton, NN7 4PN
Person Specification
* Methodical and accurate approach to practical tasks
* Commitment to training
* Trustworthy and understanding of confidentiality issues
* High level of concentration
* Strong communication and excellent customer service skills
* Professional, tactful and friendly attitude
* Ability to work effectively to deadlines
* Management experience
* Excellent team working skills
* IT literate.
Qualifications Essential
* GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
* GPHC Registered
Confidentiality
The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and Health Service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act (1984) and Caldicott principles.
Equal Opportunities
The post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with regard to the Company’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
Health & Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.
No Smoking Policy
It is the policy of the Company to promote health. Smoking therefore is actively discouraged and is prohibited in the majority of the company’s sites, including offices. However, there are designated smoking areas on some sites.
Data Protection Act
All employees must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and this means that any criminal conviction must be made known at the time of application.
Review Of This Job Description
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as dictated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the Company.
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