Pharmacy Supervisor Role
The Pharmacy Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operation of the dispensary and professional pharmacy services. This senior role requires an individual who can provide expert advice to patients, pharmacy staff, and other health professionals about health and medicines.
* Key responsibilities include completing and managing the dispensing process, ensuring prescriptions are safe and appropriate for patients, and compliant with legislative and contractual requirements.
* The Pharmacy Supervisor will supervise dispensing staff throughout the dispensing process, ensuring all prescriptions are correct before they are given to the patient, and completed in a timely and efficient manner.
* Date checking is also an essential part of this role, along with providing guidance on the safe and appropriate use of medicines and complementary medicines.
* Patient assessment and advice about treatment options are crucial skills required for this position, as well as identifying patients requiring a referral.
* The ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people is vital, including patients, pharmacy staff, and other health professionals.
* Maintaining effective relationships with patients, customers, and key pharmacy players, such as suppliers, is also important.
Requirements for Success
* A minimum of mid-senior level experience in a supervisory or management role within a pharmacy environment.
* Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, with the ability to motivate and direct pharmacy staff.
* Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills are required, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
* A commitment to providing quality services and upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity is necessary.