James Gartshore
Glasgow
Summary
MPharm graduate from the University of Strathclyde with experience in both community and hospital pharmacy settings. Skilled in dispensing, patient counselling, and pharmacy operations, with a strong ability to maintain accuracy in fast-paced environments. Experienced in working as part of multidisciplinary teams and supporting the safe and effective use of medicines. Motivated to develop a career within the NHS, with a long-term goal of becoming a clinical pharmacist.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Pharmacy Support Worker
Care Pharmacy
Glasgow
2024.05 - Current
- Support daily pharmacy operations including dispensing, labelling prescriptions, and stock management
- Maintain high levels of accuracy in a fast-paced environment to ensure patient safety
- Assist in delivering Pharmacy First services and advising on minor ailments
- Work collaboratively with pharmacists and the wider team to ensure efficient service delivery
General Fabrication Operative
ICLTech
Glasgow
2023.06 - 2024.03
- Operated manufacturing equipment to produce plastic components using various fabrication techniques
- Worked efficiently under time pressure to meet production targets
- Maintained high standards of safety and quality control
Pharmacy Support Worker
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Glasgow
2022.05 - 2023.06
- Communicated effectively with patients and healthcare professionals within a multidisciplinary team
- Accurately dispensed and labelled medications in a hospital setting
- Entered and managed prescription data using pharmacy IT systems
Healthcare Assistant
Four Seasons Health Care
Glasgow
2019.08 - 2021.09
- Provided high-quality care to residents in a clinical setting
- Worked with nurses and other staff to support patient wellbeing
- Communicated with patients and families to ensure appropriate care
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records
Education
MPharm - Pharmacy
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow 09/2021 - 05/2026
SWAP Access to Medical Sciences -
Glasgow Clyde College
Glasgow 08/2019 - 05/2020
Skills
- Medication dispensing and labelling
- Patient counselling and communication
- Pharmacy IT systems and data entry
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Time management in high-pressure environments
- Teamwork within multidisciplinary settings
- Stock management and organisation
Timeline
Pharmacy Support Worker
Care Pharmacy
2024.05 - Current
General Fabrication Operative
ICLTech
2023.06 - 2024.03
Pharmacy Support Worker
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
2022.05 - 2023.06
Healthcare Assistant
Four Seasons Health Care
2019.08 - 2021.09
MPharm - Pharmacy
University of Strathclyde
09/2021 - 05/2026
SWAP Access to Medical Sciences -
Glasgow Clyde College
08/2019 - 05/2020