Pharmacist

What is the job?

Pharmacists are responsible for assisting in the maintenance of high levels of customer service and performance standards for the pharmacy. As a member of the pharmacy team the Pharmacist will act as a role model in supporting and promoting National Pharmacies' Vision, Values and the Quality Care Pharmacy Program.

Candidates will:

Provide quality pharmaceutical dispensing, advice and counselling consistent with or greater than present professional and QCPP standards. Including maintaining up to date knowledge and understanding of current pharmacy practice and developments.

Support the pharmacy team through personal leadership in order to promote the development of team spirit.

Make recommendations to the Pharmacist in Charge on strategies to improve performance to either meet budgets or to improve overall pharmacy performance.

Maintain an understanding of National Pharmacies' current vision, key objectives and financial performance.

Continually look to develop their skills and experiences with an eye to specialising or working towards a management role.

Skills and experiences required

· Current registration as a Pharmacist
· Skills in effectively and confidently counselling customers on health related issues
· Total commitment to the provision of first class customer service
· Ability to make appropriate decisions and accept responsibility for any consequences
· The personal qualities and professional presence that commands the respect of superiors, peers, staff and customers
· Strong orientation towards personal development and learning, as well as furthering the goals of the profession
· Preparation to work extended hours and in any of National Pharmacies' locations, including country or interstate branches from time to time.

As a pharmacist at National Pharmacies you have the opportunity to work a variety of rosters, work in different locations as a Relief Pharmacist, work in regional locations, develop skills in Nursing Home dispensing, Medical Management Reviews, experience small and large pharmacy environments and if you so choose, develop management skills.