Support Pharmacist Lucan

Job Description

Support Pharmacist Lucan

QR Select are recruiting a Support Pharmacist in Lucan

The successful join a well-established independent community pharmacy located in Lucan West Dublin conveniently positioned on the Co. Kildare border and easily accessible from both counties. The pharmacy has built a strong and loyal patient base over many years. Established in 2002 by the owner-operator the pharmacy team is known for its personal approach clinical standards and genuine commitment to patient care.

The pharmacy team are well organised led by an experienced owner-operator pharmacist with the successful candidate enjoying a supportive and engaging working environment from day one.

WORKING HOURS & ROTA

This is a 40-hour per week position with paid lunchtimes included. The rota is structured as follows:

• Monday to Friday: Core working days with the pharmacy open 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
• Saturday: 1 in 3 on a rotating rota basis with the pharmacy open 9:00 AM 6:00 PM
• No late night openings
• No Sunday working
• Bank holidays: 2 per annum with reduced hours of 12:00 PM 5:00 PM on both days

THE TEAM

Monday to Friday you will be working within a fully staffed and well-structured team that includes:

• Double pharmacist cover providing clinical support and peer collaboration throughout the working day
• Two qualified dispensary technicians to support efficient dispensing workflows
• Excellent front-of-shop cover ensuring smooth counter operations and customer service

THE ROLE

As Support Pharmacist you will work alongside the owner-operator and the dispensary team to deliver a high standard of pharmaceutical care to the pharmacys patients. You will be interacting with patients face to face and GPs on a daily basis. Your responsibilities will span clinical dispensing and governance functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing clinical oversight of the dispensary and supervising dispensing activities
• Delivering patient consultations medicines use reviews and clinical services
• Operating the Touchstore dispensing and EPOS system to manage prescriptions and transactions
• Collaborating with the dispensary technician team to ensure safe and accurate prescription processing
• Advising patients on medications side effects interactions and general health queries
• Supporting the delivery of community pharmacy services and HSE-contracted programmes
• Participating in the clinical governance framework and adhering to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Supporting the development and well-being of the wider pharmacy team
• Covering 2 bank holidays per annum (12:00 PM 5:00 PM) as part of the agreed rota

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• PSI-registered pharmacist in good standing
• Right to work in the Republic of Ireland
• Strong dispensing and clinical skills with a patient-centred approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Previous experience in a community pharmacy setting
• Familiarity with Touchstore dispensing and EPOS systems
• Experience delivering HSE community pharmacy services
• Independent Prescriber qualification (advantageous but not required)

SALARY & BENEFITS

This role carries a total remuneration package that we are confident is among the most competitive on offer in the community pharmacy market in Ireland. Every element of the package is named below there are no vague promises. Full details are discussed with shortlisted candidates and we do not make offers at the bottom of a range.

• Base salary commensurate with experience reviewed annually
• Comprehensive healthcare plan
• Pension scheme life assurance and income protection
• Annual performance bonus
• Staff discount on pharmacy products
• Professional PSI registration fees paid in full by the pharmacy
• Paid lunchtimes included within your 40-hour working week
• Free parking

WHY JOIN THIS PHARMACY

• Prime location in Lucan West Dublin on the Kildare border easily commutable from both counties
• A total package healthcare pension life assurance income protection annual bonus annual review staff discount PSI fees paid and free parking among the most competitive in the Irish community pharmacy market
• Work within a friendly experienced and well-organised team
• No late nights
• No Sundays
• Paid lunchtimes included within your 40-hour week
• Double pharmacist cover providing daily peer support and clinical collaboration
• Technician-supported dispensary allowing you to focus on clinical care
• Established independent pharmacy with loyal patients in a location that has a strong community built over generations

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