Pharmacy Technician in Cork
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 1 Nov 2026
About the Role
O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy is an Irish-owned, family-run business founded by Catherine O’Sullivan in 1958. Providing locals with quality products, sound advice, and essential support are the pillars upon which the business was built and still stands upon today.
Over 60 years later, O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy is still run by Catherine’s daughters Emer and Cliona.
Since Catherine opened the first O’Sullivan’s pharmacy on South Douglas Road, we’ve expanded to 7 locations across Cork with our flagship store standing proudly in the Wilton Shopping Centre. Our pharmacies are an integral part of the communities in Wilton, Bishopstown, Grange, Frankfield, Douglas, and Ballinlough.
Requirements
A candidate who is:
- A fully qualified Pharmacy Technician
- Experienced in a busy dispensary environment
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Calm under pressure and efficient in a fast-paced setting
- A strong communicator with a professional, friendly manner
- Motivated, reliable, and committed to outstanding patient care.
Details
Skills and attributes:
Attention to Detail
Efficiency
Full-Time • No Sundays • No Bank Holidays
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants a stable, rewarding role in a community-focused pharmacy.
What Makes This Role Stand Out
- Full-time, permanent position 39 hours per week. (5 days per week)
- 9am–6pm 4 days with one late night 1pm to 9pm on the 5th day
- Every second Saturday only
- No Sundays and no bank holidays
- Work with an experienced, supportive pharmacy team
- Join a well-established, respected community pharmacy group
Your Key Responsibilities
- Receive and verify written prescriptions with accuracy and attention to detail
- Maintain proper storage, security, and stock rotation of medicines
- Ensure all medicines are in date and fit for supply
- Answer telephone & text queries and support customers with professionalism
- Dispense medications accurately in line with prescriber and pharmacist instructions
- File completed prescriptions and maintain organised records
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining equipment and work areas
- Safely accept and dispose of returned medicines
- Maintain patient profiles and medication histories
- Manage dispensary stock levels, ordering, and supplier communication
- Receive and check incoming deliveries
- Prepare extemporaneous products as required
- Complete all HSE end-of-month paperwork and claims procedures
- Follow all company policies and procedures
- Deliver exceptional customer service and always put patient needs first
How to Apply
Application Deadline: 1 November 2026
Frequently asked
- What are the main responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician role?
- The main responsibilities include receiving and verifying prescriptions, maintaining medicine storage, dispensing medications, managing stock levels, and providing exceptional customer service.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The working hours are 9am–6pm for 4 days, with one late night 1pm to 9pm on the 5th day, and every second Saturday only. There are no Sundays or bank holidays.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- The candidate must be a fully qualified Pharmacy Technician with experience in a busy dispensary environment.
- Where is the Pharmacy Technician role located?
- The role is located in Grange, Cork.