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NEW: UCA-NI LOCUMONLINE

UCA-NI has create a NI-wide marketplace for Locum matches with the aim of being a one-stop-shop for all Locum engagements.

Locum Pharmacists will enjoy the benefits of award-winning locum matching software with an easy-to-use dashboard and some really useful features.

The fantastic features of LocumOnline ensure that you have all the information you need about your Locum bookings or enquiries at your fingertips. All your Locum bookings can be managed through LocumOnline on a 24/7 basis.

You can create a virtual diary and record of your locum engagements.  So, you no longer need to worry about taking or missing a call from Pharmacies whilst you are working.

When you register, you will create a Locum Profile where you will:

  • Upload your CV & important documents (you will do this once for all potential employers)
  • Set your location and travel limit
  • Mark your availability on a Calendar

This means you only receive relevant Locum shift notifications.

There is a facility to ask questions, negotiate the rate and cancel or substitute if necessary – all online.

These are just some of the really great features of UCA LocumOnline that you will love!

VIEW: HOW TO JOIN

VIEW: SETTING THE SYSTEM UP FOR SUCCESS

Contact UCA-NI if you have any queries

UCA-NI and Coastal Core have teamed up once again to launch a First Aid Training session for all staff.

The training session takes just 3hrs and can be delivered in the pharmacy or at premises of your choosing.

To find out more, complete this form or contact Adrienne @ UCA-NI on 028 9065 6576.

Medicare Pharmacy Group are currently hiring for a number of pharmacist roles in branches across Northern Ireland

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UCA-NI has launched its Community Pharmacy Heroes video celebrating the contribution of community pharmacy teams across Northern Ireland through the pandemic.

Pharmacies were a lifeline for their communities remaining open to ensure that patients continued to receive their medication on time, plus delivering a number of new services including the very successful vaccination programme. 

Behind the scenes, everyone working within the community pharmacy sector played a significant part in making this happen: our wholesalers and suppliers who ensured stock got though, voluntary & community groups who helped their local pharmacies, support organisations such as CPNI & UCA, colleagues in DoH/HSCB/PHA who supported pharmacy with new and updated guidance, and of course other traders & members of the community who were patient, supportive and often brought food to keep staff going.

So a big thank you and well done to everyone involved!

Watch here

 

UCA-NI has teamed up with Northern Ireland's only locally headquartered merchant services specialists, SmartPayNI, to offer payment solutions to community pharmacies across Northern Ireland. As a UCA-NI preferred provider, SmartPayNI promise to offer market-leading products and services based on competitive pricing, great customer service and transparent contract terms.

SmartPayNI

10-12 Artillery St, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6RG
028 7116 3240 (L/Derry)
028 9099 3545 (Belfast)

Email: admin@smartpayni.co.uk

Web: http://www.smartpayni.co.uk
 

If you would like a no-obligation review of your current payment facilities and charges or if your current contract is due to end soon, please contact SmartPay directly.

NB As a preferred provider, UCA-NI a small one-off commission from SmartPayNI for every new pharmacy client. This funding will help support the ongoing work of UCA-NI on behalf of community pharmacies in Northern Ireland.

Community Pharmacy COVID & FLU vaccination service

People are being urged to get their vaccinations updated now as cases of Covid-19 & Flu are rising.

The vaccination service in Community Pharmacies will offer a Covid-19 vaccination and Flu vaccination to the following eligible individuals aged 18 years and over:

• Residents of RQIA registered care homes

• Individuals aged 65 years and above

• Under-65s who are clinically at risk (evidence should be supplied by the patient to demonstrate eligibility)

• Eligible frontline health & social care staff

• Pregnant women

• Eligible carers who seek vaccination

If you are in an eligible group, you can access your vaccination in a participating pharmacy either by booking using their online system or calling in if they are offering a walk-in clinic. Check your pharmacy's website or social media pages for information on how to book.

NB Pharmacies have been authorised to vaccinate certain eligible groups - they may need to ask you for information to check your eligibility, i.e., you may need to show ID or a letter from your GP showing that you are eligible. If a pharmacy is unable to confirm that you are in a group which they have been authorised to vaccinate, they will refer you to your GP.

Vaccines help reduce your risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 and Flu and it is especially important that you are protected if you have underlying health conditions or are immuno-suppressed. If you have any questions, please speak to a pharmacist or another health professional to get the best advice.

We are here to help you stay safe and well. Community pharmacy teams are continuing to roll-out the vaccine service, helping to protect communities whilst continuing to deliver vital daily services such as dispensing medicines. 

Exciting opportunities are now available in a number of community pharmacies across NI.

Pharmacies are now recruiting for a range of posts suitable for experienced pharmacists or those newly-registered.

  • Pharmacy Managers
  • 2nd Pharmacists
  • Relief Pharmacists

To find out more visit the Pharmacy in Focus Recruitment page 

Have a job vacancy? Contact Maureen Delaney on maureen@profilepublishing.com to find out how they can help you recruit.

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Contact

All enquiries should be directed to:

Adrienne Clugston

Operations Manager

adrienne@uca.org.uk

 

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