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Community pharmacist : Employers and vacancy sources

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Case studies

The majority of community pharmacists in the UK work in large, multiple retail chains or independent pharmacies of various sizes. The remainder are employed by small or medium-sized chain stores, GP surgeries or health centres.

Typical employers include supermarket chains and leading high-street pharmacies.

Some pharmacists set up their own business. The advantages of self-employment include professional independence and personal satisfaction.

Sources of vacancies

Specialist recruitment agencies also handle vacancies. These include:

Locum agencies advertise in The Pharmaceutical Journal.

Get tips on job hunting, CVs and covering letters and interviews.

 
AGCAS
Written by AGCAS editors
Date: 
May 2011
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