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👩🔬 #Pharmacists can participate at every stage of drug development and marketing. The pharmaceutical industry offers diverse opportunities, from research to sales. I’m grateful to have chosen this rewarding path that open many doors. 🏭 Companies like #Bial demonstrate the valuable contributions pharmacists can make in various positions. #WorldPharmacistsDay #ProudPharmacist #PharmaceuticalIndustry

WORKFORCE SHORTAGES EXTEND TO PHARMACY TECHNICIANS Shortages of hospital and community pharmacists are continuing to impact all jurisdictions across the country data from Jobs and Skills Australia reveals Employers in all jurisdictions, with the exception of Victoria, are reporting shortages of pharmacy technicians in addition to hospital and “retail” pharmacists, according to a federal government report. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q02sQqtZ0 #PharmacyShortage #HealthcareJobs #JobsAndSkillsAU

At BCS, we foster growth through hands-on experience. Our pharmacists have the opportunity to deliver training sessions on topic areas relevant to the pharmacist scope of practice within primary care, honing both professional and interpersonal skills. . #BCS #PharmacistTraining #PrimaryCare #ProfessionalGrowth #InterpersonalSkills #PharmacyLife #HealthcareEducation #ContinuousLearning #PharmacyPractice #TrainingAndDevelopment

𝐔𝐊 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧! Speaking to pharmacists daily there seems to be some level of confusion as to what people expect vs the reality. I thought it would be a great idea to break down the average starting salaries for NQ pharmacists within the UK 𝑶𝑹 experienced pharmacists looking to change sectors. Remember, if you're an experienced pharmacist within one sector, let's say community but want to transition into another, let's say PCN, you'll be classified as a 'junior' pharmacist the same as NQ. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐭 Salary - £43,000 - £58,000 Benefits - Flexible hours, community interaction, bonus scheme & potential shared ownership 𝐍𝐇𝐒 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐭 Salary - £32,306 - £39,027 (NHS Band 6) Benefits - NHS package, Diverse patient population, specialisation opportunities, access to research 𝐏𝐂𝐍 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐭 Salary - £32,000 - £40,000 Benefits - Focus on preventative care, collaborative working, and patient relationships 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 Salary - £35,000 - £45,000 Benefits - Global opportunities, research and development involvement, access to different functional areas within industry The purpose of this post is to educate on expectations. Time and time again I speak to pharmacists within community who want to break away but are disappointed when we discuss the salary and question why it's not aligned. Have you made the switch from community and if so, were you surprised by the difference in salary? Drop a comment! (𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥, Salary is depending on location) #pharmacistlife #healthcarecareers #salarytransparencey #chooseyourpath #salaryguide2024

🌟 Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Impact at Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust 🌟 In December 2022, I embarked on a new journey at Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust as Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Transformation — a whirlwind of insights, challenges, and accomplishments. As I pause to reflect, I’m filled with gratitude for the incredible team I’ve had the privilege to work with. Here are some of my reflections and key takeaways from my first 12 months: 1. Warm Welcome: From day one, the team welcomed me with open arms. Their willingness to share knowledge and answer my questions made the transition to a new organisation easy. 2. Inclusive Approach: The team’s approach to problem solving and service improvement was refreshing. Task and finish groups with membership beyond the pharmacy senior team sprang into action, addressing critical areas like seven-day working, roles and responsibilities, and education and training. Diverse perspectives fuels creativity and problem-solving. 3. Restructuring for Success: We reimagined our delivery model. By embracing a more diverse skill mix, we’re better equipped to provide the service our community deserves, and we aspire to. 4. Supporting Early Careers: Developing formalised pathways for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and assistants ensure growth opportunities. We believe investing in our team is essential for recruitment & retention. 5. Collaboration: We’ve enjoyed strengthening existing partnerships and building new partnerships. Collaboration has enabled the creation of new roles and new ways of recruiting with our SWL and SH system partners If you’re leading transformative projects in your area, let’s connect! Sharing ideas and experiences strengthens us all. 🚀 Let’s continue making a difference. Here’s to growth, collaboration, and outstanding patient care! 🌟 #Leadership #Transformation #Teamwork #Reflections #NHS #EvolvingTogether

Interested in the latest trends in pharmacist salaries and job settings? A recent report reveals insightful data on the pharmacy industry between 2022 and 2023. Hospital pharmacists experienced a 4% salary increase, with significant growth in home healthcare roles. Find out more about evolving salary dynamics and employment trends in the pharmacy field in this informative read! #PharmacyIndustry #JobTrends #SalaryData #HealthcareEmployment

Pharmacist 👨⚕️👩⚕️ Use their expert knowledge of medicines and health to make a positive difference to people's lives and wellbeing… So how does the world of Pharmacy feel about Pharmacy first? Here’s a little bit about the service: The PFS will be a new advanced service that will replace the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS). Pharmacist will be able to - 1) Offer advice to patients 2) Supply NHS medicines where clinically appropriate (including some prescription-only medicines), to treat 7 common health conditions These conditions are: • sinusitis • sore throat • earache • infected insect bites • impetigo • shingles • uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women Great news for contractors with the much needed income stream but surely great news for Pharmacists too who get to use their clinical knowledge to improve patients life’s? 💯 I’ve seen a lot of negativity around the lack of financial reimbursement/training by Pharmacists for this additional service and I wholeheartedly agree! Ultimately both contractors and Pharmacists must work collaboratively and see this as a win for the service to blossom! As a lot of people are aware me and a huge cohort of Pharmacists started One Voice Pharmacy which gave Pharmacists a platform to not only support one another but also ensure there was a fair remuneration for their efforts. But at the heart of that organisation was a common understanding that additional funding was needed to ensure Chemists remain viable which in turn would allow better pay for the hard working staff! So let’s work together to make community Pharmacy great! ❤️💊

𝗶𝗙 𝘆𝗢𝘂'𝗥𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗛𝗮𝗥𝗺𝗔𝗰𝗜𝘀𝗧, 𝘄𝗛𝘆 𝗮𝗥𝗲 𝘆𝗢𝘂 𝗶𝗡 𝘀𝗖𝗿𝗨𝗯𝗦? 👔💚🏥 At my current trust, pharmacists are not provided with scrubs but are allowed to wear them. Back in Liverpool, where I used to work, scrubs were part of the pharmacist uniform. Not only are scrubs convenient and comfortable, but they also spare my regular clothes from frequent high-temperature wash cycles – a win-win! 🧥 Considering ward pharmacists are part of the clinical team, and have a patient facing role, it makes sense for us to wear scrubs on the wards. Although I get that it can be a bit confusing that we dress the same as other staff like doctors, I also used to get confused for other professions when I 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯'𝘵 wear scrubs. 😅 𝗜𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹, 𝗱𝗼 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗯𝘀? 🤔 This year, the NHS supply chain is going to roll out a new national uniform scheme so that it's easier for the public to recognise staff*. Different professions will have different coloured scrub tops - pharmacy have green of course! 💚 Honestly I don't know why this hasn't been implemented earlier. Scotland, Wales and N Ireland have done it for over 10 years. After this rolls out, I'll finally stop having to answer the question, "if you're a pharmacist, why are you in scrubs?" 😩 * insha'Allah= God willing #PharmacyLife #PharmacistJourney #HealthcareHeroes #NHSStories #ClinicalPharmacy #PharmacyEducation #HealthcareInsights #MedicationSafety #HealthcareProfessionals #RxKnowledge #PharmacyTech #PrescriptionTips #MedicationReview #PharmacyBlog #HospitalPharmacy #NHSMillion #MedicalBlog #PreregPharmacist #PharmacistLife #PharmacyStudent #NHSLife #NHS #Pharmacist💊 #PharmacyDegree #MPharmDegree #Pharmacy #PharmacistUK #MedicationManagement #HealthAwareness #PharmacyInnovation

I’ve been there … a few times; there is light at the end of the tunnel. There is a better brighter future. Use your time off as you prepare for the next move to develop yourself and sharpen your skills. (That’s how I came up with this idea @rep.in.the.know ) Don’t be afraid of making that move and putting yourself out there. In the words of #RockyBalboa You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done! More importantly in the word of God: Jeremiah 29:11 #BeGreat #PharmaceuticalSales #BiotechSales #MedicalDeviceSales #MedicalScienceLiaison #MedicalAffairs #Marketing #ThoughtLeader #ThoughtLeaderLiaison #KeyOpinionLeader #HealthInsurance #Reimbursement #Hospitals #HealthCareProvider #MD #DO #PA #NP #Pharmacy #Nurses #MedicalStaff #Management #CSuite #Business #Sales #HealthCare #Medicine #EnEspañol #GodBless