Riverside Pharmacy – Rickmansworth

Job Description

To support compliance with all statutory and professional requirements of a registered retail pharmacy business.
To develop competence through training and regular appraisals such that customers and patients receive an excellent professional and caring service.
To develop good management practice through compliance with company systems and procedures, effective use of resources, and following Pre-Registration Tutor instruction and guidance.
To support maximization of NHS and retail turnover and profitability of the business to assist in the operations and dispensing of prescriptions and the supply of pharmaceutical products including controlled drugs and appliances ensuring safety and clinical appropriateness.
Respond to symptoms and recommend appropriate OTC medication and counsel /advise patients appropriately under supervision
Work within legal, ethical and governance framework keeping abreast of current changes.
Develop good management, leadership and communication skills to prepare for future role as a qualified pharmacist
Participate in a training programme delivered by an external training provider to prepare for the Pre-Registration examination.
To be responsible for self directed learning to support the collection of a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence and participate in appraisals with the Pre-Registration tutor as per company guidance and GPhC programme compliance
To attend study days and complete pre and post study assignments organised by the external training provider.

Key Skills, Qualifications and experience required

A degree in Pharmacy or OSPAP qualification from a UK university
Have good management, leadership and communication skills to prepare for future role as a qualified pharmacist.
To plan own workload and study time to develop organisational skills and support the provision of a timely pharmaceutical service.
Being able to work when under pressure without compromising level of service.
A team player who leads by example and can bring out the best in others.
A creative person who can bring new ideas to the pharmacy and solve problems effectively
The ability to plan and manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments.
Dependability, honesty, self-confidence and a positive attitude that will create an enjoyable working environment

Employee Benefits

– Attractive Salary
– 4 weeks paid holiday
– 4 hours a week study time
– External training programme – Includes 12 Study days – fully Paid by Company
– Hospital Placement – 2 weeks
-Medicine Counter Assistance course
– Level 2 training for Stop Smoking