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Position Description

Pharmacist-In-Charge

What is the job?

The Pharmacist-In-Charge is responsible for achieving pharmacy performance goals, while providing high quality pharmaceutical dispensing, advice and counselling consistent with or greater than established professional and Quality Care Pharmacy Program (QCPP) standards.

Candidates will:

Ensure that all day to day operations are conducted efficiently and effectively and that productivity improvement's are identified and pursued.

Implement as appropriate strategies to improve performance to either meet budgets or to improve overall pharmacy performance.

Interpret and act upon pharmacy financial reports to ensure maximum profit to the pharmacy is realised.

Lead and manage the pharmacy team through leading by example, establishing consultative processes, setting team and individual goals, applying effective delegation techniques and utilising a philosophy of continual improvement and self development

Provide a safe working environment for all employees, which includes the implementation of occupational health and safety and security policies and procedures, as well as strategies to control risks and hazardous events

Skills and experiences required

· Current registration as a Pharmacist with the relevant state or territory Pharmacy Board.
· Experience in managing a retail business
· Experience in implementing and / or maintaining QCPP
· Experience in leading diverse teams
· Sound communication skills
· 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, employees and customers.
· Strong orientation towards personal development and learning, as well as furthering the goals of the profession.


 
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