Pharmacy Staffing

Qualified Pharmacists. Ready When You Need Them.

Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment supplies experienced, fully vetted pharmacists across Ireland — supporting services in HSE hospitals, private healthcare settings, and community pharmacies.

Our pharmacists bring more than qualifications. They deliver clinical insight, adaptability, and hands-on experience from diverse environments — ensuring safe, consistent, and effective pharmaceutical care across every placement.

We understand the trust placed in pharmacy teams. That’s why every pharmacist we provide is rigorously vetted, professionally registered, and ready to deliver high standards of care from day one.

Whether you're covering a last-minute absence or planning longer-term support, Obsidian gives you access to skilled professionals you can rely on — fast.

Why Choose Our Pharmacists?

In the dynamic healthcare landscape, Pharmacists are pivotal, serving as the link between patients and their health. Our Pharmacists, with their expertise, adaptability, and patient-centric approach, go beyond being healthcare professionals. They are trusted advisors and dedicated caregivers, making a significant difference in the healthcare community. Here’s what sets our Pharmacists apart:

  • Pharmaceutical expertise

    They have extensive pharmaceutical care knowledge and stay updated with industry training, ensuring top-quality patient care.

  • Versatility in diverse settings

    In healthcare, adaptability is vital. Our pharmacists swiftly integrate into hospitals, community health centres, or local pharmacies, providing exceptional care.

  • Commitment to patient care

    Our pharmacists prioritise patient care, improving outcomes with empathy and respect.

  • Rigorous vetting process

    We prioritise trust in healthcare. Our pharmacists undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure they meet the highest standards, including qualification verification, registration checks with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland, and skills assessment.

  • Diverse skills & experiences

    Our pharmacists possess diverse skills and experiences in hospital, community, and specialised healthcare settings, making them valuable team additions.

  • Collaborative approach

    Our pharmacists excel in collaborative healthcare, working seamlessly with doctors to manage medication therapy and with nurses to educate patients. Their ability to integrate with other healthcare professionals ensures comprehensive and effective patient care.

Comprehensive pharmacy staffing across diverse healthcare settings

At Obsidian Healthcare, we provide top-tier pharmacists who enhance care quality. Our adaptable, patient-focused professionals excel in community pharmacies, hospitals, and industrial settings. With diverse skills, they integrate seamlessly into teams and contribute to high-quality healthcare. Here, we highlight three key sectors where our pharmacists excel.

  • Community pharmacy

    We supply highly qualified temporary pharmacists to community pharmacies, ensuring they maintain high care standards even when regular staff are absent. Our professionals are fully equipped to provide the same level of service as permanent staff, including dispensing prescriptions, advising on medication use, managing over-the-counter sales, and offering health and wellness advice. Our temporary pharmacists are available to cover for permanent staff during holidays, illness, or periods of increased demand, such as the holiday season or public health crises. This ensures that community pharmacies can continue to provide essential services without interruption. By partnering with us, pharmacies can effectively manage staff shortages, adapt to varying staff availability and demand, and benefit from the fresh perspectives and diverse experiences our temporary pharmacists bring to their teams.

  • Hospital pharmacy

    We provide highly qualified temporary pharmacists to hospital pharmacies, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications. Our professionals seamlessly integrate into hospital teams, collaborating with medical staff, dispensing medications, monitoring patient therapies, offering drug information, and participating in clinical rounds. Our temporary pharmacists are essential for filling short-term vacancies, covering staff absences, or managing increased workloads, such as during flu season or when permanent staff are on leave. This ensures uninterrupted and efficient hospital pharmacy operations. By partnering with us, hospitals can effectively manage staff shortages, adapt to changing staff availability and demand, and benefit from the fresh perspectives and diverse experiences our temporary pharmacists bring to their teams.

  • Industrial pharmacy

    We supply highly qualified temporary pharmacists to the industrial pharmaceutical industry. Our professionals are integral to pharmaceutical product development and production, working in research and development, quality control, regulatory affairs, and marketing. They handle drug formulation, clinical trials, quality assurance, and drug approval processes. Temporary pharmacists are essential for project-based work or to cover staff on leave, such as during a new drug launch or when permanent staff are on maternity or sabbatical leave. This ensures continuous progress in pharmaceutical operations. By partnering with us, the industry can effectively manage staff shortages, adapt to changing staff availability and demand, and benefit from the fresh perspectives and diverse experiences our temporary pharmacists bring to their teams.

Discover our premium service

Choose Obsidian Healthcare for top-notch healthcare recruitment. Our strong focus on quality and professionalism means you work with the best in the industry. Trust us to meet your temporary staffing needs reliably. Here are seven reasons why our service is exceptional:

  • At Obsidian Healthcare, we understand the critical nature of healthcare staffing needs that can arise suddenly and urgently. That's why our rapid response service is dedicated to prioritising prompt and efficient responsiveness to our clients' most urgent staffing requirements. With a team of experienced specialist healthcare professionals ready to be deployed at short notice, we ensure that healthcare providers receive the support they need precisely when they need it most. Trust Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment for swift and reliable staffing solutions that never compromise on quality care.

  • We provide a comprehensive range of highly skilled and specialised healthcare professionals who can be quickly supplied to our clients. Our pool of candidates includes specialists in critical care, emergency medicine, surgery, mental health, and more. Through a rigorous screening process, we ensure that our healthcare professionals are not only qualified and experienced but also dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. Partner with us today to access top-tier healthcare professionals across various specialties.

  • Obsidian Healthcare offers a tailored staffing solution to address those unique requirements, collaborating closely with clients and maintaining regular contact to ensure alignment with their needs. Our dedicated team engages in detailed discussions with clients, analysing their specific situations and addressing individual requirements. We collaborate closely with our resourcing team to assemble a specialised workforce tailored to meet those needs. Whether you require short-term placements, specialised roles, or specific skill sets, our flexible approach ensures we meet your unique requirements. Our extensive network provides an ample pool of local candidates, guaranteeing a seamless and effective service. Additionally, we maintain regular contact with our clients to ensure consistent alignment with their needs.

  • Our team of highly experienced consultants are available 24/7, ensuring timely assistance regardless of the time or circumstances. We incorporate effective measures and systems to address all types of staffing requirements.

  • Our unique selling proposition (USP) lies in our unwavering commitment to honesty and transparency. We believe that all parties—clients, candidates, and our team—should benefit greatly from our services. Trust is the cornerstone of our relationships, and we uphold it with integrity.

  • Emphasising quality assurance and compliance, we adhere to the highest standards in healthcare recruitment. Our rigorous process ensures that we source and supply only the most qualified and experienced Specialist Healthcare Professionals to meet staffing needs across Ireland. We prioritise compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards, guaranteeing the delivery of safe, high-quality care to our clients.

  • As talent acquisition specialists, we excel in finding and placing qualified healthcare professionals. Our expertise lies in sourcing, screening, and customising matches to meet both candidates’ and clients’ needs. We navigate regulatory requirements and build trust with transparent communication.

Quality assurance

Quality healthcare relies on our professionals. We screen and match candidates to uphold high standards of skill and integrity, ensuring excellent patient care. Our focus on ethics and continuous improvement demonstrates our commitment to outstanding recruitment.

  • We uphold the highest standards during our recruitment process. Each candidate undergoes a thorough verification of credentials, a comprehensive assessment of clinical skills, and meticulous reference checks. This ensures that only the most qualified professionals are considered.

  • We believe in the importance of placing the right professional in the right setting. By carefully evaluating each candidate’s skills and experience, we ensure a perfect match for the specific needs of our clients. This not only enhances job satisfaction but also improves patient care outcomes.

  • Our commitment to ethical conduct is unwavering. We prioritise transparency in all our dealings and maintain the highest level of trust with both our clients and candidates. This ethical approach fosters long-term relationships and a reputation for integrity in the healthcare recruitment industry.

  • Quality assurance is an ongoing process at Obsidian Healthcare. We regularly review and refine our recruitment practices to adapt to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. Feedback from clients and candidates is integral to our continuous improvement efforts, ensuring we consistently deliver exceptional service.

  • We adhere to all relevant regulations and standards in the healthcare industry. Our compliance with these guidelines ensures that our recruitment practices are not only effective but also legally sound, providing peace of mind to our clients.

Custom staffing solutions

At Obsidian Healthcare, we offer tailored staffing solutions for unique healthcare facilities. Whether you need last-minute cover, specialised roles, or ongoing support, our team delivers high-quality staffing to enhance your workforce and ensure seamless operations.

    • Obsidian Healthcare specialises in recruiting and supplying healthcare professionals for last-minute placements. Our focus is on providing high-calibre healthcare professionals with expertise in various fields.

    • These healthcare professionals are trained and experienced, ensuring competence in every aspect of their roles.

    • When healthcare facilities need urgent coverage due to staff shortages or unexpected demand, Obsidian Healthcare ensures a steady pipeline of available talent.

    • Our commitment to last-minute staffing means clients can rely on timely solutions.

    • By understanding market dynamics and client-specific needs, they build customised solutions aligned with organisational goals.

    • Obsidian Healthcare collaborates closely with both HSE and private healthcare organisations.

    • We recruit the very best healthcare professionals to support clients across Ireland.

    • Obsidian Healthcare’s mission is to provide a temporary staffing solution that never compromises on nursing quality and care.

    • Our commitment to excellence ensures healthcare facilities receive top-tier professionals when they need them most.

    • Our focus is on identifying resourcing gaps before they occur. Obsidian Healthcare continuously onboard the best healthcare professionals to be ready for booking shifts when clients need them.

    • Obsidian Healthcare covers various specialisms in healthcare and community settings, ensuring a tailored approach for each client.

    • Obsidian Healthcare ensures all our healthcare professionals comply fully with the latest HSE employment standards.

    • Remember, all our professionals are thoroughly vetted and meet the highest standards of practice. They are ready to step in and provide high-quality care when you need it.

Responsive staffing solutions

In the evolving healthcare landscape, swift adaptation to new demands is crucial. Obsidian Healthcare prioritises rapid staffing solutions to ensure your facility remains well-staffed. Our commitment to quality and awareness of healthcare challenges enables us to provide exceptional temporary staffing tailored to your requirements.

  • We excel in providing last-minute temporary staffing solutions that are meticulously tailored to your specific and unique needs.

  • We understand that healthcare demands can fluctuate significantly and unpredictably, creating challenges for providers.

  • Our team is expertly equipped to respond swiftly and effectively to your urgent requests.

  • Whether it’s covering unexpected absences caused by sudden illness or managing increased patient demand during particularly busy periods, our highly trained Pharmacists are always ready to step in and provide exemplary, high-quality care whenever you need it most.

  • Moreover, we diligently manage all administrative tasks associated with temporary staffing, allowing you to concentrate fully on delivering exceptional patient care without any distractions or worries.

Our commitment

In the healthcare field, skilled professionals are essential. Obsidian Healthcare offers exceptional care through our staffing services. We match clients with trained professionals to ensure continuity of care, improving patient satisfaction and well-being. Our goal is to raise healthcare standards in Ireland for a healthier future.

  • At Obsidian Healthcare, we prioritise the seamless delivery of exceptional quality care, consistently striving to exceed our clients’ expectations in every aspect of our comprehensive staffing services.

  • We are dedicated to effectively matching our clients with well-trained, competent, skilled, and reliable healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care and a high level of patient satisfaction and well-being.

  • By providing access to a diverse pool of high-quality healthcare professionals, we aim to significantly enhance healthcare services across Ireland.

  • Our commitment is to uplift the standards of care available to all patients, fostering a healthier future for our communities.

Why choose Obsidian Healthcare?

Collaborating with Obsidian Healthcare means partnering with a dedicated, professional team focused on your unique staffing needs in the dynamic healthcare sector. We ensure seamless operations and consistent excellence in staffing, positively impacting each placement in your facility. Here’s how we achieve this:

  • Our average response time is under an hour, ensuring timely support.

  • Use our services as needed, without any long-term commitments or contracts.

  • We successfully fill 80-90% of same-day shift requests.

  • Whether day or night, we’re here for you.

  • Our dedicated theatre staff are strategically located across Ireland.

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