Pharmacist - Mullingar McGreals Pharmacy

Pharmacist - Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Job Type: Part time / Permanent (2 days per week; required to work every second Saturday)

About Us

McGreals Pharmacies are a group of community-based pharmacies located across Wicklow, Kildare, Laois, Westmeath and Dublin. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service while supporting the health and wellbeing of our local communities. We foster a collaborative and supportive working environment where our team members are valued, respected and encouraged to grow professionally.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Pharmacist to join our dynamic team in Mullingar. This role involves delivering high quality patient care, ensuring safe and effective dispensing of medications and providing expert healthcare advice to the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense prescriptions in line with legal and professional standards.
• Provide advice on medications, including dosage, side effects and interactions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including those set by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.
• Lead the team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Supervise and support the pharmacy team.
• Deliver additional pharmacy services such as vaccinations and health screenings where applicable.
• Manage the day to day operations of the dispensary and store, including:
  • Stock control
  • Paperwork and administrative duties
  • Claim verification and submission
  • Store opening/closing duties

The Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified and registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI).
• Minimum one year experience in community pharmacy (preferred).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Highly organised, capable of working efficiently under pressure.
• Empathetic and professional in dealing with patients.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to motivate a team.

What We Offer

• Company Contribution Pension Scheme (up to 5%).
• PSI registration paid.
• Life assurance.
• Annual leave: 4 weeks (increasing to 5 weeks after 2 years).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Sick pay scheme.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Discounts across all McGreals services (Pharmacy, Optical & Beautician).

If you are ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career and work within a dynamic and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.