Superintendent Pharmacist & Responsible Person (RP) for wholesale

Pharmacy2go which is owned by Suffolk Primary Care is a rapidly growing, UK-registered online pharmacy. Our mission is to provide safe, accessible, and compliant pharmaceutical services to patients and healthcare professionals across the UK. We are now looking for a forward-thinking Superintendent Pharmacist on a part time basis, to lead our professional and clinical services, who will also act as the Responsible Person (RP) for our wholesale operation.

Main duties of the job include;

As Superintendent Pharmacist:

• Ensure the pharmacy operates safely, legally, and ethically in compliance with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) standards.
• Oversee and approve all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring clinical governance and continuous improvement.
• Provide clinical and professional leadership to the pharmacy team.
• Ensure the safe supply and dispensing of medications through our online platform, including private prescriptions, NHS services, and remote consultations.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g. UK GDPR) and patient confidentiality.
• Act as the lead for inspections by the GPhC or other regulators.
• Maintain registration with the GPhC and ensure all pharmacy staff meet their professional obligations.

As Responsible Person (wholesale):

• Ensure the companys Wholesale operations comply with Good Distribution Practice (GDP).
• Maintain and update the Quality Management System (QMS) for wholesale activities.
• Oversee all medicinal product storage, transportation, and handling to ensure product quality and integrity.
• Conduct self-inspections and risk assessments; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Liaise with the MHRA during audits and act as the point of contact for regulatory queries.
• Approve and maintain supplier and customer qualification processes.
• Ensure staff involved in wholesale distribution are appropriately trained and competent.

Please see job description attached for further information. 

We combine over 30 years of experience with the latest digital pharmacy solutions.

As part of Suffolk Primary Care a large single partnership of 7 practices across Suffolk, we hold a Wholesale Distribution License, supplying medicines responsibly in line with MHRA Good Distribution Practice (GDP).

SPC is an innovative partnership of Suffolk GP surgeries.

Suffolk Primary Care is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in employment.

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