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Pharmacist Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated 5 November 2025
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A Pharmacist, or Dispensing Chemist checks, prepares and dispenses medicine to patients according to Physician’s prescriptions or from a range of over-the-counter medication and treatments. Their duties include providing advice on a range of medicines and medical equipment, conducting health checks and completing medication reviews.

Pharmacist duties and responsibilities

Pharmacists need to have extensive knowledge of how drugs interact with one another and the risks in various types of patients. Their main duties include:

  • Preparing and checking medication prescribed to the patient
  • Identifying potential interactions between drugs and providing information to the patient
  • Ordering stock and ensuring that it is kept in appropriate conditions
  • Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all medication processed through the pharmacy
  • Offering advice on dosages, side effects and other aspects of drug interaction
  • Delivering community healthcare services such as prescription collection and delivery
  • Offering screening programmes for common ailments such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol
  • Recruiting, hiring and training staff including overseeing Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Assistants
  • Working with the pharmaceutical staff to maintain a clean, customer-friendly workplace

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Pharmacist Job Description Examples:

Example 1

We are looking for a dynamic clinical pharmacist to join Grafton PCN in Wandsworth. We are actually one long established teaching practice serving 42,000 patients in Tooting from 3 sites - Trevelyan House Surgery, Upper Tooting Surgery and Macmillan Way Surgery.

We envisage this role to be full time based at one of our sites.

You will join a team consisting of a senior pharmacist and 3 other pharmacists supported by the broader Primary Care team.

Main duties of the job

Ideally you will have completed CPPE and be an independent prescriber or on the route to becoming one.

You will be responsible for supporting the partners in implementing effective medicine management and patient care within the practice, identifying areas for improvement, and initiating and managing change.

About us

We are a forward thinking, supportive and innovative multisite teaching practice fully committed to developing the role of clinical pharmacists in primary care.

Job responsibilities

Responsible for supporting the partners in implementing effective medicine management and patient care within the practice, identifying areas for improvement, and initiating and managing change.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £32,000.00-£52,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Flexible schedule
  • Sick pay
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Education:
  • Master's (preferred)

Experience:
  • Pharmacy: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
  • membership with the the General Pharmaceutical Council deadline: 18/07/2022

Example 2

​Pharmacist in Pembroke Dock, £61,118

I’m currently recruiting for a role as a pharmacist based out of a leading pharmacy store based in the Pembroke Dock area on the banks of the river Cleddau.

Currently the store is dispensing 19,000 items a month from the busy community pharmacy store and is looking for someone to add to the amazing team already in place there.

If you like the sound of this and think you’ll be a suitable candidate for the role, then the employer can offer the following:

Job Title – Pharmacist

Location– Pembroke

Hours – 48.75 hrs a week

Working Days – Mon – Friday (closed on weekends)

Salary - £61,118

Contract Type - Permanent

Plus, these Benefits -

- 28 days Holiday (with the option to buy more)

- 8 Bank Holiday days

- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and adoptive leave pay

- Developmental Programmes

- Opportunity to become IP qualified

- Professional Fees paid for annually

- Attractive Bonus Scheme

- Lunches Paid for

- 50% Discount Scheme

- Re-location fund available

If this sounds like something that interests, you then please apply now or contact for a conversation

Quad Recruitment is a Specialist Pharmacy Recruitment agency. We're specialists within the pharmacy industry throughout the UK, Ireland and the USA in both public and private sectors. If this role isn’t ticking all your boxes, feel free to speak with a consultant about other available opportunities we have for you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £61,118.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Additional leave
  • Employee discount
  • Relocation assistance
  • Store discounts
Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Pembroke Dock: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work ID: SSP216225

Example 3

Do you have a passion for patient care? Are you self-motivated and ready for a new challenge? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Pharmacist to join our independent pharmacy team. As a relief Pharmacist, you will work across our pharmacies in Edinburgh, with the option of working full-time or part-time hours. This is a fantastic opportunity for new qualified Pharmacists looking to gain experience in one of the leading independent pharmacies in Scotland.

Whilst working as part of a great team, some of your responsibilities will be:

  • Making sure our expertise and medicines are easily accessed, providing patient services, dispensing, and giving healthcare advice
  • Leading and motivating your pharmacy colleagues
  • Building working relationships with Primary Care Networks and GP surgeries
  • Clinical governance and adhering to GPhC guidelines

Our Pharmacists have been at the the heart of M&D Green since our first pharmacy opened in 1996, so we know how important it is to reward the great work you do. Some of the benefits you will receive working for us include:

  • Competitive salary
  • GPhC membership fees paid
  • Company car
  • Private medical insurance
  • A great team of Pharmacists and Pharmacy team members
  • 34 days annual leave, including bank holidays
  • Opportunity for further learning and development
  • Social events throughout the year

What you will need:

  • MPharm degree or equivalent
  • Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

If you have a positive attitude and are ready for a new challenge, working with a great team of pharmacy support staff, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
  • Company car
  • Company pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Store discount
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: In ID: 2302

Example 4

Woodbridge Hill Surgery is a progressive and patient-focused GP surgery committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach and our dedication to continuous improvement in patient care.

Are you an experienced Clinical Pharmacist looking for an exciting and impactful role in primary care? Join our dedicated team at Woodbridge Hill Surgery and contribute to enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication management.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Clinical Pharmacist to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimising medication therapy and supporting the overall delivery of healthcare services.



Key responsibilities:
  • Improving access to primary care through the management of minor illness
  • Conducting comprehensive medication reviews and optimising medication regimens for patients with complex medical needs.
  • Providing expert advice on medication management to patients, healthcare professionals, and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Supporting the management of chronic diseases through medication adjustments and monitoring.
  • Managing prescriptions, pathology results and clinical correspondence
  • Participating in research, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborating with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care transitions.

Requirements:
  • Registered Pharmacist with current GPhC registration.
  • Proven experience as a Clinical Pharmacist, preferably in a primary care or multidisciplinary setting.
  • A kind, caring, patient focussed approach
  • Advanced clinical skills with the ability to manage a range of acute and medication related presentations
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer:
  • Highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
  • Professional development opportunities and support for ongoing education and training.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Access to NHS Pension Scheme.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Remote Working

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:
  • Monday to Location: In person

Example 5

Join a friendly independent pharmacy group with several branches across the West of England.

Our client is seeking full time and part time Pharmacists to join their stores in Bristol:

  • Pharmacist Manager working 4 weekdays (9am to 5:30pm) and alternative Saturdays (9am to 1pm) – based Bristol (BS36).
  • Part time Pharmacist working 3 days per week (9am to 6:30pm). Working days are flexible and no weekends are required – based Bristol (BS15).

These are great opportunities for excellent training and career development, and are suitable for newly qualified Pharmacists to kickstart their career in a supportive community pharmacy, or experienced Pharmacists looking to step into management.

Essential Requirements
  • Professional and competent GPHC accredited and registered Pharmacist.
  • Master’s degree in Pharmacy (MPharm).
  • Ability to manage relationships with the medical centre staffs, including GPs.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team.
  • Excellent communication skills as you must be able to listen carefully patients, and as be able to explain complex and sometimes sensitive information to the general public and other healthcare professionals.

Role Responsibilities
  • Dispensing Prescription medicine to the public in accordance with the regulations and contractual obligations.
  • Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting GP’s orders, detecting therapeutic incompatibles, and prescribing errors.
  • Dispense medications by compounding, packaging, labelling medicines.
  • Controls medications by monitoring drug therapies, advising interventions.
  • Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organising and directing Dispenser’s workflow, verifying their preparation, and labelling of medicines verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.
  • Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of health care professionals, counselling patients on drug therapies.
  • Undertaking medicine reviews (MUR’s) and other advance services to help patients.

Salary & Package
  • Up to £25.00 per hour depending on experience.
  • Excellent training and career development.
  • Staff discounts.
  • GPHC fees paid.

Recruitment Process

1 stage process.

Interested? Please get in contact with us on 0113 457 0777 to speak to Lauren Ward.

Evolve is a leading UK recruitment and contract sales organisation (CSO), operating within the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare and Medical Device sectors. We offer a highly comprehensive range of permanent recruitment and flexible contract sales solutions.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, ID: 40489

Example 6

Job Title: Homecare Pharmacist Manager

Location:One Stop Pharmacy Ltd, Unit G Key Industrial Estate, Fernside Road, Willenhall, WV13 3YA

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 6pm

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay package
  • 30 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 extra day per year worked
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount

Who are we?

One Stop Pharmacy is a fast-growing, service focused company that is known for its reputation for quality, compliance and tailored clinical services in a growing homecare pharmaceutical market.

We specialise in active temperature-controlled deliveries to hospitals, healthcare providers and to patients throughout the UK which it serves through its homecare and private business.

Key responsibilities

- Oversee the dispensary team to ensure safe and effective practices are adhered to in-line with business policies and applicable regulations within required timescales

- Play an integral role in the continual training of dispensary staff to support personal and professional growth

- Measure success and quality through agreed KPIs and maintenance of accurate record

- Uphold clinical governance standards, ensuring that all patient safety incidents and near misses are logged, complaints investigated and reporting requirements are conducted in a timely manner

- Keep up-to-date with all pharmacy regulations and liaise with senior management to implement new requirements within required timescales

- Work closely with the company Responsible Person to help ensure staff adhere to the rules of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)

- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory audits from regulatory bodies, pharmaceutical companies and third-party contractors

- Support senior management in onboarding new NHS Trusts and/or medicinal products into our service provision

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £1.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme
  • Performance bonus

Experience:
  • homecare: 1 year 1 year (preferred)

Example 7

Job Title: Pharmacist



Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, UK

Type: Full-time/Part-time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Us:

We are a well-established, small community pharmacy located in Godmanchester. Our mission is to provide personalized and comprehensive healthcare services to our local community. We pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere, dedicated team, and our commitment to improving the health and well-being of our customers.

Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated pharmacist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective delivery of medications and providing expert advice to our customers. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a close-knit community where you can build lasting relationships and make a real difference in people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Dispensing medications accurately and efficiently.
  • Providing advice on the use of medicines and treatment of minor ailments.
  • Providing NHS and private services.
  • Ensuring the safe storage and handling of pharmaceuticals.
  • Managing and supervising pharmacy staff.
  • Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals.
  • Keeping up-to-date with pharmacy regulations and best practices.

Requirements:
  • MPharm degree or equivalent.
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
  • Previous experience in a community pharmacy setting is preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Supportive and friendly working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Employee discounts on products and services.
  • On-site parking

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated and compassionate pharmacist looking to make a positive impact in a community setting, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you would be a great fit for our pharmacy to [website]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme

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What does a Pharmacist do?

Pharmacists are a vital element in healthcare. In community settings, they maintain a supply of medications in order to fill prescriptions from General Practitioners, Hospital Consultants and other healthcare practitioners. They also provide community healthcare advice and information, offering treatment suggestions for many minor ailments that can be treated with non-prescription drugs. They can also deliver a range of healthcare services directly, such as vaccinations. Hospital Pharmacists fill prescriptions for patients who are under the care of the hospital.

Pharmacist skills and qualifications

Pharmacists are highly regulated and a successful Pharmacist candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications in order to practice effectively, including:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • High-level customer service knowledge
  • Computer skills including using specialist software
  • Strong numerical and mathematical skills
  • Diplomacy, discretion and the ability to manage sensitive situations effectively
  • Good problem-solving ability
  • Strong leadership and management skills

Pharmacist experience requirements

Experience in a medical setting is an advantage for Pharmacists, so a previous role in medical, retail or administration or as a Pharmacy Technician is desirable. Candidates with experience of working in a patient or customer-facing role will have an advantage when it comes to working as a Pharmacist. Many Pharmacists gain work experience while they are studying for their qualifications, so candidates that have worked in a community, high street or hospital pharmacy as a Pharmacy Assistant or Retail Associate are preferable.

Pharmacist education and training requirements

Pharmacists need to complete a Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree from a training provider that is approved by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). They also need to complete a pre-registration course in pharmacy. Some candidates may complete a two-year foundation degree, including work experience in a pharmacy, to qualify for a degree programme. Pharmacists need to be registered with the GPhC and meet their requirements for training and continuous professional development in order to maintain their registration.

Pharmacist salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Pharmacist in the UK is £43,197 per year, but this can vary depending on the setting in which the role is based, the area of the country and the level of experience required.

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