Pharmacist, Healthcare

Job title:

Pharmacist
Branch Address: 2 Blackcot Road, Dalkeith EH22 4A
Salary and Hourly Rate:
From £28.70 per hour

Working Hours:

31.5 hours (Job share with experienced Pharmacist)
Week 1 to 3:
Monday, Thursday & Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm. Week 4:
Monday, Thursday & Friday 8:30am to 6pm.

Are you a dedicated and patient-focused Pharmacist looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare industry? Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking an experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Newbattle store. As a reputable community‑oriented pharmacy chain, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care to our patients. If you are passionate about improving the well‑being of individuals in your community and eager to work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

This branch is staffed with an experienced team of 8 support staff including a Non‑Pharmacist Manager/ACPT, providing an excellent service to the local community from their setting adjacent to a health centre. Currently dispensing around 9,000 items per month, this is a busy branch. It also utilises our Medipac robotic distribution technology to free up time for patient care.

• From £28.70 per hour
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 32 days with length of service)
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday per year
• GPhC fees paid
• Performance‑related bonus of up to £5,000 per year
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Market‑leading employee discounts programme including a range of big‑name retailers

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all legal and ethical guidelines.
• Provide medication counselling and support to patients, answering their questions and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, to optimise patient care.
• Conduct medication reviews and ensure safe and effective medication management.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage pharmacy inventory.
• Provide immunisation services (where applicable).
• Offer advice on over‑the‑counter medications and healthcare products.
• Actively participate in health promotion and public health initiatives.

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Proven experience in a busy pharmacy setting
• Strong commitment to patient care and safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of pharmaceutical products and healthcare trends
• A flexible and positive approach to problem‑solving

Rowlands Pharmacy
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Contact:
Karl Rowlands
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