Pharmacist in Northampton

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist, to work as part of an enthusiastic and highly motivated Homecare Pharmacy team to deliver an organised, efficient and accurate dispensing service which exceeds customer expectation by your dedication to patient care.

We have an array of benefits to suit your lifestyle including Employee assistance programme with legal and financial advisors as well as mental health counselling.

Perks at Work with discounts in various retailers such as: Currys, PC World, Samsung, John Lewis and more.

Access to Mental Health First Aiders, Contributory Pension Scheme after 3-month service, Cycle to Work Scheme, Service Based Holidays, Career Development, and internal progression opportunities.

Team members can also take up to two paid Volunteer days per calendar year to carry out volunteer activities.

The role will entail the following:

• To perform the role of a pharmacist within Alcura, which will include final accuracy checks, clinical checks and providing clinical advice and support to all areas of the business.
• To act as Responsible Pharmacist as and when required, as defined in the prevailing regulations.
• To work alongside the other members of the Pharmacy Management Team and assist with the management and organisation of all teams within the Pharmacy department.
• Assist in ensuring all team members are trained in key competencies for their role.
• Adhere to all SOPs and raise any non-conformances in line with company policy.
• Maintain compliance with CRM and Pharmacy Manager Procedures.
• To provide professional support to other functions within Alcura.
• To provide an ‘on call’ service for the business out of hours when required.
• Maintain GPHC registration at all times. Undertake regular CPD and relevant training to ensure an up-to-date knowledge of new and existing therapeutic areas.
• Work closely with other members of the Pharmacy Team in reviewing current processes within the department to ensure that it operates effectively, safely and efficiently.
• Assist the Superintendent Pharmacist and Pharmacy Management Team in delivering the pharmacy customer service, safety, cost and quality objectives.
• When required, assist the Pharmacy Management team to complete CAPA investigations for complaints and incidents through Q-Pulse, helping with the implementation of appropriate preventative actions where needed.
• Provide drug and technical information to colleagues, patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals, to help Alcura provide our customers with the best possible service where knowledge and experience permits.

What your background should look like:

• Qualified GPHC registered Pharmacist
• Eligible to fulfil the role of ‘Responsible Pharmacist’
• Good organisational skills preferably with experience in a variety of pharmacy environments
• Good computer literacy
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate clinical conversations including with patients and clinical staff
• Proven and solid work performance record (proof of accuracy level)