Support Pharmacist
Job Description
McGreals is seeking a qualified and motivated Pharmacist to join our dynamic teams in Mullingar (2 days per week) and Portarlington (1 day per week). This role involves delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring the safe and effective dispensing of medications and providing expert healthcare advice to the local communities.
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Key Responsibilities
• Accurately dispense prescriptions in line with legal and professional standards.
• Provide advice on medications, including dosage, side effects and interactions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including those set by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.
• Leading the team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Supervise and support the pharmacy team.
• Deliver additional pharmacy services (e.g., vaccinations, common conditions and health screening where applicable)
Managing the day-to-day operations of the dispensary and store, including:
o Stock control
o Paperwork and administrative duties
o Claim verification and submission
o Store opening/closing duties
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Requirements
The Ideal Candidate
• Fully qualified and registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI)
• Minimum 1-year experience in community pharmacy (preferred)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Highly organised, capable of working efficiently under pressure
• Empathetic and professional in dealing with patients
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to motivate a team
What We Offer
• Company Contribution Pension Scheme (up to 5%)
• PSI Registration paid
• Life Assurance
• Annual Leave: 4 weeks (increasing to 5 weeks after 2 years)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression
• Discounts across all McGreals services (Pharmacy, Optical & Beautician)
About Us
McGreals Pharmacies are a group of community-based pharmacies located across Wicklow, Kildare, Laois, Westmeath and Dublin.
Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the health and wellbeing of our local communities.
At McGreals Pharmacies, we foster a collaborative and supportive working environment where our team members are valued, respected and encouraged to grow professionally.
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