Overview
Reporting into the Area Manager, the Pharmacy Practice Manager role coordinates patient care and commercial objectives, leading the pharmacy team to deliver the best service and meet all Pharmacy-related targets and deadlines. The role includes management of the store pharmacist and pharmacy colleagues, coaching, development, and ensuring compliance with GPhC operating standards and clinical governance. Daily responsibilities also involve supporting clinical and service queries with regional and home office teams.
Responsibilities
The Pharmacy Practice Manager will lead and develop the pharmacy team, maintain high standards of customer service and patient safety, and support direct reports and locums. The role also includes balancing line management duties with pharmacist responsibilities, delivering results through inspiring the team, and addressing challenging situations effectively.
Qualifications & Requirements
- A fully qualified pharmacist registered with the GPhC.
- Accreditation to deliver national and local NHS and private healthcare services.
- Experience balancing line management and pharmacist clinical duties to ensure safe working practice.
- Evidence of the right to work in the UK and relevant safeguarding qualifications.
- DBS check and live update service enrolment required.
Application Requirements
All applicants must possess valid GPhC registration, evidence of the right to work in the UK, relevant safeguarding qualifications, and will be required to undergo a DBS check and enrol in the live update service. Successful applicants must demonstrate qualifications and identity through appropriate documentation.
Benefits
- Discretionary company bonus.
- Company pension up to 7% matched.
- 15% colleague discount in store and online.
- Free access to wellbeing services including Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans, and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline.
- Professional indemnity insurance.
- GPhC fees paid.
- Asda Allies Inclusion Networks to celebrate diverse talent.
- Excellent parental leave policies including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments.
Company Culture
Asda values diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where colleagues can bring their best and true selves to work. We pride ourselves on building a workforce that represents the communities we serve.
