Question 1

What are your rates?

Accepted Answer

Rates vary depending on location, hours and service requirements.  My rates are kept fair, transparent and aligned with local market pricing, and I will confirm the exact rate when responding to your booking request.

Question 2

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

I typically cover up to 30 miles from Ormskirk, supporting community pharmacies across West Lancashire, Preston, Wigan, Southport, St Helens and the wider Merseyside region.  If your pharmacy is slightly beyond this area, please feel free to enquire — I may still be able to assist.

Question 3

Will you travel outside the 30 mile radius?

Accepted Answer

Yes, depending on the location and shift requirements.  If your branch falls slightly outside the boundary, you are welcome to enquire, and I will confirm whether I can accommodate the booking.

Question 4

How quickly do you respond to booking requests?

Accepted Answer

I aim to respond the same day, and often within a few hours.   Urgent or last-minute requests are prioritised whenever possible.

Question 5

Are you GPhC registered and insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I am a GPhC-registered pharmacist and hold full professional indemnity insurance, renewed annually.

Question 6

Which services can you deliver?

Accepted Answer

I am accredited and experienced in delivering:

Pharmacy First
COVID-19 vaccinations
Weight loss injections
Flu vaccinations
Emergency hormonal contraception
Oral contraception consulting
Discharge Medicines Service (DMS)
Blood Pressure Checks
Vitamin B12 injections
 …and a range of routine community pharmacy services.

Question 7

Do you offer same-day or emergency cover?

Accepted Answer

Where possible, yes. If I am available, I am happy to support branches needing urgent or same-day cover.

Question 8

How do you invoice and what are your payment terms?

Accepted Answer

I invoice electronically after each shift, or weekly for regular cover. Standard payment terms are 7–21 days, depending on prior agreement.

Question 9

What information do you need to confirm a booking?

Accepted Answer

When submitting a booking request, please include:
Pharmacy name and address
Contact details
Dates and shift times
Service expectations (if applicable)
Any useful branch information (parking, PMR system, staffing, etc.)

Providing this helps ensure a smooth and efficient booking process.

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