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The content below contains the latest news affecting community pharmacy owners and their teams throughout Scotland. If you can’t find something or you have a question please get in touch with us at webteam@cps.scot
RPS Survey: Digital Systems Access in Community Pharmacy
The RPS are running a survey looking into community pharmacists current experience of accessing digital records in practice and they want to understand what is needed to improve digital access for you and your patients.
Support Pharmacist Manager - Saturday Only
As a Support Pharmacist Manager with Davidsons, you’ll be providing excellent customer and patient care as it’s more than just dispensing medicine, it’s listening to and inspiring others whilst giving them your expert advice and reassurance.
Prescription Collection: Tuesday, 4th June 2024
Your next Parcelforce prescription collection is coming up on Tuesday, 4th June 2024.
Weekly eNewsletter 23rd May 2024
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MSP Pharmacy Visit: Lauder Pharmacy
Last week on Friday we met with MSP Christine Grahame at Lauder Pharmacy, in the Borders. hosted by prescribing pharmacists, Hilary Evans and Cathy Scaife.
Consultation on the Quality Assurance of Pharmacy Education and Training
The General Pharmaceutical Council is seeking views on changing its approach to the quality assurance of pharmacy education and training.
Pharmacist or Pharmacy Manager, Blackburn
Blackburn Pharmacy has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Manager at their modern community pharmacy in Bathgate. The role is looking to fulfil a maternity cover until August 2025 on a part time or full time basis with the possibility to become a permanent position to provide support to two pharmacies in the area. We are located 30 minutes outside of Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Latest News Roundup: 17th May 2024
In this week’s roundup... Our Policy & PR Pharmacist Sarah Scott discusses the visit of MSP Brian Whittle at McConnell Pharmacy and CPS' recruitment plans, our Digital Communications Assistant Graham Le Tissier talks about the Prescription Collection Courier Service and new Lyme Disease UK resources for pharmacy Teams.
CPS Newsletter: 16th May 2024
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CPS Charity Golf Day Arrives Tomorrow
Community Pharmacy Scotland is preparing to host our 10th Annual Charity Golf Day at the prestigious Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort. Tomorrow marks a significant milestone in our journey of giving back, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome you to this special event.
Prescription Collection: Tuesday, 21st May 2024
Your next Parcelforce prescription collection is coming up on Tuesday, 21st May 2024.
Lyme Disease Resources for Pharmacy Teams
Our colleagues at LDUK have put together some resources for pharmacy teams to help them recognise symptoms of Lyme Disease and signpost patients to their GP Practice. Please visit the LDUK website.
Eczema Support for Children and Young People
Eczema Outreach Support (EOS) is a charity that provides free practical and emotional support to over 4,000 children/young people with eczema and their families living across the UK. EOS want every child and young person with eczema to thrive and won’t stop until they have the support they need.
Top Three Items from the May CPS Board
The following are the Top Three items currently under discussion and review by your CPS Board. There is no specific detail, yet, as these are currently “works in progress”. Further detail will follow as available.
Pharmacy Manager, Galston
McConnell Pharmacy is seeking a motivated and experienced Pharmacist to join as a Pharmacy Manager. Located in Galston, Ayrshire, just 20 minutes from the southside of Glasgow, our pharmacy is committed to embracing all aspects of the pharmacy contract. While an Independent Prescribing qualification is advantageous, it is not essential, as full support will be provided for undertaking the qualification.
Pharmacist Manager (Job Share), Dumfries & Galloway
We are looking for a Pharmacist Manager to support our team in Langholm, as part of a job share with another Pharmacist Manager for 3.5 days per week. We are looking for a Pharmacist who is passionate about supporting our team, providing exceptional patient care and being part of Davidsons Chemists.
MSP Pharmacy Visit: McConnell Pharmacy
Yesterday we met with MSP Brian Whittle at McConnell Pharmacy, in Hurlford. Hosted by CPS Board Member John Connelly.
PCA(P)(2024)05 - Extension to SSP for Isosorbide Mononitrate
This Circular advises NHS Boards and community pharmacy contractors that the UK-wide Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) for isosorbide mononitrate (Monomil® XL) 60mg modified release tablet due to expire on 3 May 2024 has been extended until Friday 31 May 2024.
PCA(P)(2024)04 - Dispensing General Practices - Dispensing Practice Guidance
This Circular encloses new guidance for dispensing General Practises across Scotland.
Post-Implementation Review of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012
The MHRA are seeking views on the impact of the 2012 Human Medicines Regulations implementation. This paper outlines our draft response