At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a community pharmacy, ensuring excellent patient care and team management.
- Company: Respected community pharmacy in Cambridgeshire with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, service bonus, and professional autonomy.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a dynamic setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient care while leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: UK-registered Pharmacist with strong leadership and clinical skills.
Location: Haddenham, Ely, CB6 3XD
Fee Structure: £28 - £32 per hour + up to 15% service bonus (NHS and private services)
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm - 6:15pm, plus alternate Saturdays 9:00am - 12:00pm
We are recruiting on behalf of a respected and well-established community pharmacy in Cambridgeshire, seeking an experienced and motivated self-employed Pharmacy Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the branch. This is an excellent opportunity for a registered Pharmacist who is confident operating in an autonomous capacity, leading a team, delivering high-quality clinical services, and driving the continued success of a busy community pharmacy.
The role is offered on a self-employed basis only, providing greater professional independence alongside a strong, supportive working environment. You will play a key leadership role, ensuring excellent patient care, safe and compliant operations, and strong service delivery across both NHS and private services.
The Role
- Taking full responsibility for the daily operation of the pharmacy
- Ensuring medicines are available and prescriptions are accurately dispensed
- Delivering NHS and private healthcare services
- Providing expert clinical advice to patients and customers
- Leading, motivating, and developing the pharmacy team
- Ensuring the pharmacy operates safely, legally, and in line with all regulatory requirements
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with GPs, Primary Care Organisations, and other healthcare professionals
- Supporting accurate NHS service claims and documentation
- Driving service delivery and contributing to business growth
- Maintaining high standards of customer service and patient care
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a professional, confident, and clinically strong Pharmacist who is ready to take full ownership of a busy community pharmacy in a self-employed capacity.
- Essential Requirements
- UK-registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- High level of organisation and attention to detail
- Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to patient care
- IT literate with strong numeracy skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced community pharmacy environment
- Desirable Experience
- Previous experience as a Pharmacy Manager or Senior Pharmacist
- Experience delivering NHS services such as Flu and COVID vaccinations, Pharmacy First, contraception services, BP monitoring, and travel health services
- Independent Prescriber (IP) qualification
- Experience working closely with GP surgeries and healthcare professionals
- Experience supporting service growth and commercial performance
What's On Offer?
- Up to 15% service bonus (NHS and private services)
- Self-employed working arrangement with full autonomy
- Opportunity to lead a well-established community pharmacy
- Supportive working environment with experienced team members
- Autonomy to shape and develop pharmacy services
- Strong professional and clinical development opportunities
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pharmacist looking to take full professional ownership of a leadership role on a self-employed basis. You will have the chance to make a real impact on patient care while leading a dedicated and professional team. If you are driven, clinically confident, and passionate about community healthcare, we would love to hear from you.
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Join a respected community pharmacy in Haddenham, Ely, where you can enjoy the autonomy of a self-employed role while being part of a supportive and experienced team. This position offers competitive pay, including a service bonus, and the opportunity for professional growth as you lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality patient care. With a focus on both NHS and private services, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.
