# Professional Services Pharmacist Needed at the Irish Pharmacy UnionJanuary 27, ****### Job DescriptionNote: This Job Description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the IPU in delivering its strategic objectives.
– Job Title: Professional Services Pharmacist – Reporting to: Head of Professional Services – Department: Professional Services – Term of Contract: Permanent; ***** hours/week – Location of Post: IPU Office, Butterfield House, Butterfield Avenue, Rathfarnham, Dublin.
Hybrid options available with a minimum of 2 days (for 28hr/wk contract) or 3 days (for 35hr/wk contract) in IPU Offices.
– Grade: HSE Pharmacist Chief II – Informal Enquiries: ****** Telephone **********Key Responsibilities – You will be working as part of the professional services team with a broad remit and a wide range of responsibilities which are key to delivering on the IPU's agenda, including: – Researching, scoping, planning and delivery of pharmacy service opportunities linked to the Community Pharmacy Agreement ****; – Supporting IPU members with professional queries and in complying with pharmacy and medicines regulations; – Supporting IPU members with Fitness to Practice complaints and related matters; – Providing relevant information and professional advice to IPU members; – Fostering relationships with important external stakeholders; and – Any other duties as may reasonably be required.
##### RequirementsExperience - Registered as a pharmacist in Ireland with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience working as a pharmacist in a community pharmacy setting(s); - Knowledge of pharmacy legislation, regulatory environment and professional service delivery issues; - Ability to demonstrate a clear commitment to supporting and enabling the development of community pharmacy and community pharmacists; - Experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite; and - Possess the requisite knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the responsibilities of this role.Skills - Excellent communication (written and verbal) and customer service skills with an ability to effectively adapt communication style and customer service as required by the audience and/or the situation; - Strong organisational and administrative skills including a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; - Team Player – works collaboratively with others to maximise individual and team effectiveness in order to achieve required service levels; - Self-awareness – has a clear understanding of own strengths and how to best utilise these within the team context; - Growth mind-set – has a belief that their talents can be developed through application, good strategies and input from others; - Commitment to continuing professional development and research activities; - Adaptability – be able to deal with a number of priorities and demands at the same time and have an ability to manage interruptions requiring changes in priorities; - Ability to balance the requirements of multiple, evolving projects within tight timescales; - Ability to use own initiative, to focus on and produce results and to prioritise objectives; - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion; - Ability to build and sustain internal and external networks and partnerships; - Ability to take direction and meet deadlines and to work at pace when required.Desirable - Experience in the development of standard operating procedures and associated guidance and support documents; - Working knowledge of Irish and European Legislation as it applies to community pharmacists and pharmacies; - Familiarity with activities required to successfully implement new community pharmacy services; - Experience of research, report or submission development supporting the role of pharmacists in patient safety initiatives and the delivery of health outcomes; and/or - Experience in the management of errors and complaints.Particulars of the Post - The appointee to the post will report to the Head of Professional Services.
Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position.Application Process To apply, please email your curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to ****** by 5:00pm on the closing date (Monday 16 February ****).
Your application should include:- Curriculum Vitae / Resumé Please ensure your CV includes your full name, postal address, contact telephone number, and email address.
- Referee Details Provide the names, positions, and contact details (phone and email) of three referees, along with a brief note on your professional relationship with each referee.
Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.
- Education and Qualifications Include full details of your education history, professional training, and qualifications relevant to the role.Employment History - List your employment to date, including your current role and a summary of your responsibilities.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a formal, competency-based interview, which will take place at the IPU offices in Butterfield House, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14.
Interviews may be conducted in person or via video conference, depending on circumstances.
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