Job type: 6 month - Fixed Term Contract
Salary: €50,484 - €80,756 DOE
Hours: 35 hrs per week
Overview Of Role
Provide effective, efficient, and safe pharmaceutical care to all patients under their care in UPMC Whitfield Hospital under the direction of the Chief II Pharmacist. Identify and address individual patient care needs where appropriate. Advise and provide information to other healthcare professionals, including other pharmacists, to assist them in their care of the patient. Any other duties assigned to him/her by the Chief II Pharmacist.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Clinical
- Provide a clinical pharmacy service; be an active member of the multidisciplinary team; provide drug information to medical, nursing and healthcare professionals and patients, carry out prescription review, patient education, and documentation of clinical interventions.
- Participate in the development and expansion of Clinical Pharmacy Services. Ensure best practise and compliance with agreed guidelines for the use of medications, developing and/or revising these where assigned by the Chief Pharmacist.
- Participate in and develop the antimicrobial stewardship programme.
- Participate in the medication safety programme, including the monitoring, reporting and investigation of adverse drug reactions, medication incidents and errors.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the team to ensure that patient care is central to all activities of the Department of Pharmacy.
- Participate in service delivery as part of a professional, punctual and dedicated team.
- Create, promote and maintain open communications and healthy working relationships.
- Ensure best pharmaceutical practice, having regard to legal and ethical requirements for the provision of the pharmacy service.
- Maintain the principles of equity, accountability, quality and safety in daily work.
- Work collaboratively with other Pharmacy Department staff to deliver and develop clinical pharmacy services to achieve stated goals and objectives, respecting the role of other pharmacists in ensuring safe and effective care.
- Manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment.
- Have the skills necessary to evaluate information, make effective decisions and problem-solve.
- Have the ability to manage time, deadlines and prioritise the workload.
- Assist in managing the efficient running of the dispensary. Participate in/ supervise the operation of the dispensary, and the procurement, storage and supply of pharmaceuticals and other related items.
- Ensure accurate records relating to the procurement, storage, compounding, quality control, dispensing, distribution, and destruction of medical products are maintained in accordance with best practice standards and applicable legislation
- Be a registered Pharmacist with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI).
- Have at least 1 year satisfactory post-registration hospital experience (desirable)
- Significant, proven post-registration hospital practice experience (desirable)
- This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.
Salary: €50,484 - €80,756 per annum based on a 35 hour week
Closing Date: 16/11/2026
Please note that UPMC will close this recruitment campaign when suitable candidates have been identified. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future vacancies may be filled.
Please contact Ruth Holland on hollandr7@upmc.ie for queries relating to the recruitment process or role.
Equal Opportunity Statement And Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.
Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.