Uniphar

Superintendent Pharmacist

Greenogue - Office Full time

We are seeking a strategic, dynamic, and enthusiastic Superintendent Pharmacist to oversee the operation of Point of Care dispensing pharmacy in County Dublin.

This is a subsidiary of Uniphar plc. Point of Care pharmacy operates a clinical pharmacy service dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care outside of the traditional hospital setting and in line with the community pharmacy sector.  

We can offer you:

  • Monday to Friday roster

  • Competitive Rates

  • Pension scheme

  • Regular CPD training provided

  • Bike to Work Scheme

  • PSI fees paid

  • Free parking onsite

  • Support with an experienced, diverse team

  • Opportunity to grow and develop in your career

Responsibilities:

  • To operate the Pharmacy in accordance with all the legal requirements pertaining to the profession

  • Development, updating policies and procedures in response to new business acquisitions or changing regulatory frameworks

  • Follow agreed policies, procedures and safe practices in the workplace. 

  • Dealing with Point of Care patient and Client complaints, both formal and informal

  • Management of the Pharmacy Practice Assessment System

  • Clinically review all patient prescriptions for appropriateness and safety. 

  • Scheduling and Demand Planning of pharmacy services and Point of Care outpatient programs

  • Cold Chain Management and maintenance of GDP

  • To maintain excellent stock control, including rotation of stock, maintaining appropriate stock levels, using approved suppliers, and maintaining the prescribed inventory control database

  • Managing the efficient running of the dispensary. Participate in/supervise the operation of the dispensary, and the procurement, storage and supply of pharmaceuticals and other related items

  • Ensure accurate records relating to the procurement, storage, quality control, dispensing, distribution, and destruction

  • Act on product defect, recall and caution notifications relating to medicines

  • To ensure the smooth running of the dispensary, including maintaining computer records and ensure that the paperwork about the various programs

  • Manage the Point of Care/Uniphar Quality Management System (QMS),

  • Maintain an appropriate Error Management system within the Pharmacy

  • To ensure the highest standard of tidiness and dispensary hygiene and full compliance with all Health and Safety requirements

  • Be accountable for personal professional practice through regular engagement of continuing education and training to maintain a high level of competency in clinical pharmacy

  • To participate in meetings and conference calls as requested

Requirements:

  • 5 years post-qualification experience as a registered pharmacist with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland

  • Previous Supervising/Managing Pharmacist and management experience is desirable

  • Strong clinical skills: Hospital or Home-care pharmacy experience is advantageous

  • Ability to balance the requirements of multiple projects and services within agreed timescales

  • Proven ability to manage and work with a team

  • Attention to detail is essential

  • Good flexibility and commitment to working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team

Should you wish to speak to our pharmacist recruitment specialist directly about this role or other positions,  please reach out via email to Dgillen@uniphar.ie