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Welcome to this week's edition of the Clarity Locums Weekly News Blog. We aim to keep our community updated on the latest developments in the healthcare sector, focusing on pharmacy, nursing, and GP news.
Welcome to this week's news update from Clarity Locums. Here's a roundup of the latest developments in the industry, featuring crucial updates for pharmacists, nurses, and GPs.
Locum pharmacists are often needed for staff shortages or high demand in healthcare. Agencies like Clarity Locums help manage this efficiently.
In recent years, there has been a growing trend in the recreational misuse of a variety of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. This phenomenon, often referred to as 'pharming,' involves the use of these substances either on their own or in combination with other licit or illicit drugs, including new psychoactive substances (NPS).
The Isle of Man has taken a progressive step by allowing pharmacies to apply for licenses to dispense medicinal cannabis. This development follows a successful year-long pilot scheme, which highlighted the local demand for cannabis-based products for medicinal use (CBPMs).
We are excited to partner with Lo’s Pharmacy Group, a family-run chain of 39 pharmacies in Yorkshire and Lancashire. This collaboration offers great opportunities for our locum pharmacists and dispensers. Stay tuned for job openings and more details!
The general election announcement has raised concerns about delays in 2024/25 pharmacy contract talks, which Community Pharmacy England (CPE) fears could further strain operations.
At the heart of Clarity Locums’ mission is ensuring we place top-tier locum pharmacists with pharmacies across the UK and Ireland. We aim to deliver an outstanding service, and a significant part of achieving this lies with you, our dedicated locums.
The HSCC recommends expanding Pharmacy First to offer free OTC medicines for low-income individuals, reducing GP visits and costs. This will increase responsibilities and opportunities for locum pharmacists, requiring more funding and training.
Are you a skilled pharmacist seeking flexibility and rewarding career opportunities? Look no further than the picturesque landscapes and bustling cities of the Republic of Ireland. With its growing healthcare sector and demand for qualified professionals, Ireland presents a wealth of opportunities for locum pharmacists.
In pharmacy's dynamic world, locum pharmacists are key, needing adaptability and ongoing learning. Yet, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is often sidelined in their busy schedules. This post emphasises CPD's importance for locum pharmacists, its career benefits, and the need to prioritise it.
Introducing our new Rostering feature! Seamlessly integrated into your online portal, it streamlines pharmacy scheduling with 10% agency fee discounts, customisable rosters, and effortless staff scheduling.
First of all check out our FAQs section, it might just have what you need.