Job Title: Relief PharmacistArea Covered: Dorset, Cornwall, Salisbury and Portsmouth Branches including: Harcourt, Tolpuddle Gardens, Upton Cross, Salisbury District Hospital and Portsmouth HospitalSalary: Competitive ratesWorking Hours: 45 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9 hours per day.About the Role Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced Relief Pharmacist to support our hospital pharmacy services across Region [Insert Number]. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high quality patient care.As a Relief Pharmacist, you will play a vital role in ensuring continuity of pharmacy services across multiple hospital locations within the region. Covering planned leave, absences, and periods of high demand, you will provide essential support to maintain safe, efficient, and patient focused care. This flexibility is crucial to Rowlands Pharmacy, enabling us to consistently deliver outstanding healthcare services, uphold our professional standards, and meet the needs of both patients and healthcare partners without disruption. Your adaptability and expertise will make a direct impact on patient outcomes and the overall success of our pharmacy operations.Dispensing around 7,000 items on average. CMM system used in Hospital and Proscript system used in community pharmacy. What We Offer33 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays), rising to 40 days with service (pro rata)Mileage paidGPhC renewal fees paidPerformance related bonus of up to £2,000 per yearCompany pension schemePrivate medical insuranceLife assuranceAccess to a market-leading employee discount programme (major retailers & brands)Key Responsibilities Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standardsProvide expert advice, counselling, and support to patients on medication use and health concernsWork collaboratively with healthcare professionals (including doctors, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams) to optimise patient outcomesConduct medication reviews and support safe, effective medicines managementMaintain accurate patient records and ensure effective stock and inventory controlDeliver immunisation services (where applicable)Provide guidance on over-the-counter medicines and general healthcareContribute to health promotion and public health initiativesWhat We’re Looking For Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)Proven experience in a hospital pharmacy settingAdaptable and willing to travelStrong commitment to patient safety and high quality careExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamExcellent clinical knowledge and awareness of current healthcare trendsFlexible, proactive, and solution focused approach
