Pharmacist Superintendent
2 months ago
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom
Bolt Pharmacy
Full time
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Superintendent Pharmacist to join our dynamic team at Bolt Pharmacy. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a central role in ensuring the seamless operation of our online pharmacy, while also taking on line management responsibility for our team.
Key Responsibilities- Assume the role of responsible pharmacist as required by GPhC regulations.
- Undertake effective line management responsibility for pharmacy staff.
- Ensure continuous compliance with GPhC standards for registered pharmacies, identifying and addressing risks and compliance gaps to manage and mitigate potential issues.
- Authorise prescriber risk assessments and protocols.
- Conduct spot audits and review feedback to ensure adherence to standards.
- Ensure all pharmacy SOPs are established, kept up to date with version control, and signed by the necessary parties.
- Manage pharmacy incidents and complaints promptly and appropriately.
- Participate in the management of the pharmacy by leading monthly governance meetings.
- Ensure regular pharmacy audits are carried out and implement findings and recommendations.
- Prepare for GPhC inspections, leading the inspection process and ensuring all necessary work is completed.
- Maintain the risk assessment register, ensuring annual reviews that reflect current product safety profiles.
- Proactively suggest solutions to enhance products, services, and customer experience.
- Foster a culture of innovation by identifying improvement opportunities and assisting in the development of new solutions.
- Keeping track of KPIs and ensuring we are managing targets.
- Experience in HealthTech, digital pharmacy management, or leadership roles.
- Qualified pharmacist, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- Ability to blend a commercial mindset with a strong focus on risk and quality management.
- Solid understanding of GPhC guidance for registered pharmacies providing remote services.
- Good understanding of the prescribing framework.
- Experience leading GPhC inspections.
- Experience with automation or operational efficiency projects within a pharmacy setting.
Monday-Friday 9am-5.30pm
Alternate Saturdays 9am-12.30pm (with equivalent hours off during the weekday)
Work Location: In person