Pharmacy Manager, Auchterarder

Pharmacy Name: Davidsons Chemists

Contact Name: Kathleen Cowle

Contact Email: kathleen.cowle@wdavidson.co.uk

Health Board: Tayside

Closing Date: 31/12/2025

Davidson’s Chemists: Dedicated to providing exceptional patient care at the heart of the community.

We have an exciting opportunity in Auchterarder to join and lead the team as Pharmacist Manager. The branch is one of two Davidson’s Chemists in Auchterarder, following a very successful acquisition last year, which has seen the pharmacy go from strength to strength in both business and patient care.

Who Are Davidson’s Chemists?

As Scotland’s largest independent multiple, we operate 57 pharmacies across eight Health Boards. Established in Tayside in 1897, we have been growing ever since, continuing to invest in new and exciting opportunities committed to the communities we serve and recognised with a prestigious Royal Warrant, of which we are very proud!!

Our senior management team welcome feedback from all staff members, ensuring safe, appropriate practices and resource levels are available at all our branches.

We now employ 46 Independent Prescribers operating both Pharmacy First Plus and Private clinics in almost 80% of our branches.

We have a further 10 IPs in training, supported by our own DPPs and setting us up well to achieve our ultimate goal to provide this service in every Davidson’s Chemist.

Why Davidson’s Chemists?

People Centred Environment

We believe in fostering a supportive environment where our employees feel valued, respected and empowered. This is backed up by a genuinely caring management team who will treat you like an individual. Our focus on training, safety, openness, and honesty enables us to work together to provide exceptional patient care.

Professional Development

We are dedicated to investing in your future. Whether you are interested in becoming an Independent Prescriber, undertaking Post Registration Foundation training or another career goal, our strong network of experienced pharmacists are ready to help. We can provide a DPP from our extensive pool of qualified independent prescribing pharmacists, who have already /assisted many pharmacists to successful completion of the IP course.

Commitment to Excellence

We continually strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and patient care. Whether through patient or employee feedback we are always seeking ways to improve ourselves and the patient experience.

Up to Date Technology

We use the PSL Analyst PMR system, which incorporates many features to reduce errors and improve patient safety.

Our Commitment to You

• A generous salary reflective of your experience and training

• A very competitive increment for IPs offering the NHS Pharmacy First Plus service (subject to national negotiations)

• 25 days holiday and 9 Public Holidays (pro rata)

• Staff Discount

• GPhC Fees paid (pro rata)

• Company Pension contribution

• Fully indemnity cover

• Support to develop your role and future career

• Ongoing investment in the team around you – our teams grow with the business and relief support is available from our operations team

Join Our Team

If you are a dedicated pharmacist who shares our values and is eager to grow professionally, please contact me:
📧 kathleen.cowle@wdavidson.co.uk
to confidentially discuss this opportunity.

Requirements

• You must be registered with the GPhC

 

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