Pharmacist - Louth Pharmacy

Job summaryWhat if your next pharmacy role gave you the opportunity
to make a genuine difference to people's health every day, build trusted
relationships within your community, and develop your career with a pharmacy
group that puts people at the heart of everything it does?At Lincolnshire Co-op, we believe community pharmacy is
about much more than dispensing prescriptions.Our pharmacies are at the heart of local communities,
providing expert clinical care, accessible health services and trusted advice
to the people we serve. Whether you're supporting someone with a long-term
condition, delivering a vaccination, or simply offering reassurance and
guidance, you'll play an important role in improving the health and wellbeing
of your community.As a Pharmacist, you'll use your clinical expertise to
deliver outstanding patient care, support the growth of pharmacy services, and
help create a positive experience for every person who walks through our doors.Main duties of the jobWhat will you be doing?As a Pharmacist, you'll combine your professional knowledge with a caring and patient-focused approach to deliver safe, effective and high-quality healthcare services.In this role, you will:Dispense prescriptions accurately and safely, ensuring patients receive the right medicines and advice to maximise the benefits of their treatment.Provide expert clinical guidance on prescribed medicines, OTC treatments and self-care options.Build trusted relationships with patients, colleagues, healthcare professionals and the wider community.Support patients in managing long-term conditions through advice on medication adherence and healthy lifestyle choices.Deliver a range of NHS and locally commissioned pharmacy services, including vaccinations, health screenings and wellbeing support.Work collaboratively with local GPs, healthcare professions and community partners to support patient outcomes.Provide information and reassurance to patients, helping them to understand their medicines and any potential side effects.Ensure the highest standards of patient safety, clinical governance and regulatory compliance.Maintain accurate records and support the efficient management of pharmacy stock and controlled drugs.You'll be supported by a wider network of pharmacy professionals, managers and specialist teams who are passionate about community healthcare and helping colleagues thrive.About usFrom a single store in 1861 we have grown to be one of the
most successful co-operatives in the UK. Were proud to be able to offer a wide
range of services from across our family of businesses. From Food Stores and
Pharmacies to Post Offices and Support Services, were a growing society made
up of over 220 outlets and nearly 3,000 colleagues.We're owned by our members, the people of Lincolnshire and
surrounding counties, and have been for more than 160 years! Communities are at
the heart of everything we do and motivates us to deliver more than great
customer service. We support them by sharing dividend with our members,
investing in new and improved services, raising money for charity through our
Community Champion scheme, supporting local schools and so much more! Find out
more about us, our purpose and wonderful colleagues here.We work together as a Society and are committed to ensuring
our recruitment process is barrier free and as inclusive as possible for
everyone. If you need any adjustments, would like us to do anything differently
during the interview or would like to get in touch with us about anything else,
please contact our Recruitment team on (01522) 533316, or alternatively you can
email careers@lincolnshire.coop.We may choose to close our vacancies in the event that we
receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage all candidates
to apply as soon as possible.DetailsDate posted04 November 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
53,000 to 56,000 a year

ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference numberR0006-26-0004Job locations52 EastgateLouthLincolnshireLN11 9PGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYour duties and responsibilities:Dispensing medications accurately and counselling patients on the correct usage of their prescribed medicines to maximise their benefits.Communicating effectively with doctors regarding prescriptions, suggesting changes or alternative treatments when appropriate.Advising on effective over-the-counter treatments for various conditions, ensuring patients have access to the most suitable options.Assisting patients in managing long-term conditions by providing guidance on medication adherence and lifestyle modifications.Providing information about potential side effects and answering any questions patients may have about their medications.Delivering a range of health-screening services, including blood pressure monitoring, diabetes screening and vaccine administration, such as flu vaccinations.Promoting wellness by educating patients on preventive health measures and offering advice to support their overall wellbeing.Maintaining accurate records, tracking inventory levels and managing the Electronic Prescription Service tracker for efficient processing of claims.Overseeing the correct use of electronic tools to ensure smooth operations, timely claims processing and compliance with regulations.Counselling
healthcare providers on drug therapies, therapeutic alternatives, and the
potential side effects of various treatments to support patient safety and
effective care.Demonstrating
a commitment to continuous learning and staying informed of new industry
developments to enhance service offerings.Ensuring
patient and colleague confidentiality is maintained at all times by
following Society procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesYour duties and responsibilities:Dispensing medications accurately and counselling patients on the correct usage of their prescribed medicines to maximise their benefits.Communicating effectively with doctors regarding prescriptions, suggesting changes or alternative treatments when appropriate.Advising on effective over-the-counter treatments for various conditions, ensuring patients have access to the most suitable options.Assisting patients in managing long-term conditions by providing guidance on medication adherence and lifestyle modifications.Providing information about potential side effects and answering any questions patients may have about their medications.Delivering a range of health-screening services, including blood pressure monitoring, diabetes screening and vaccine administration, such as flu vaccinations.Promoting wellness by educating patients on preventive health measures and offering advice to support their overall wellbeing.Maintaining accurate records, tracking inventory levels and managing the Electronic Prescription Service tracker for efficient processing of claims.Overseeing the correct use of electronic tools to ensure smooth operations, timely claims processing and compliance with regulations.Counselling
healthcare providers on drug therapies, therapeutic alternatives, and the
potential side effects of various treatments to support patient safety and
effective care.Demonstrating
a commitment to continuous learning and staying informed of new industry
developments to enhance service offerings.Ensuring
patient and colleague confidentiality is maintained at all times by
following Society procedures.Person Specification

Experience

EssentialExcellent communication skills with a willingness to embrace new challenges and an ability to listen and engage effectively. A caring and empathetic approach to customer queries and concerns with an appreciation for sensitivity and confidentiality. Good literacy and numeracy skills Excellent communication skills, demonstrating high levels of professionalism at all times. A methodical and accurate approach to practical tasks. A proactive, enthusiastic and confident nature and work with the team to contribute to the continued success of our Society. Committed to continual personal and professional development.DesirableKnowledge of Lincolnshire Coop, demonstrating values that would support our purpose and approach

Qualifications

EssentialEducated to degree level in a relevant qualification, registered with the GPHC and eligible to work in the UK.
Person Specification

Experience

EssentialExcellent communication skills with a willingness to embrace new challenges and an ability to listen and engage effectively. A caring and empathetic approach to customer queries and concerns with an appreciation for sensitivity and confidentiality. Good literacy and numeracy skills Excellent communication skills, demonstrating high levels of professionalism at all times. A methodical and accurate approach to practical tasks. A proactive, enthusiastic and confident nature and work with the team to contribute to the continued success of our Society. Committed to continual personal and professional development.DesirableKnowledge of Lincolnshire Coop, demonstrating values that would support our purpose and approach

Qualifications

EssentialEducated to degree level in a relevant qualification, registered with the GPHC and eligible to work in the UK.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameLincolnshire Co-opAddress52 EastgateLouthLincolnshireLN11 9PGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameLincolnshire Co-opAddress52 EastgateLouthLincolnshireLN11 9PGUnited KingdomEmployer's website