“The survey is an invaluable source of data that can inform necessary action. Informed by the results of previous year’s survey findings the charity has developed and launched a new course for pharmacy managers and leaders entitled ‘Embracing a Workplace Wellbeing Culture’. We recognised the need to move the conversation beyond individual mental health and broaden the focus of our work to supporting positive workplace culture.
“Chairing the roundtable on wellbeing, hosted in partnership with the RPS and attended by representatives from the NHS, professional bodies, employers, trade unions, education and regulators, is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting meaningful dialogue and action to improve the working conditions and wellbeing of pharmacy professionals. Together with our partners, we are committed to championing initiatives that promote wellbeing and combat burnout, ensuring that pharmacists can thrive in their roles and continue to provide high-quality care to their patients.”
Professor Claire Anderson, RPS President, said:
“The survey results demonstrate the human cost of coping with the relentless workplace pressures that pharmacists and trainees experience daily. The solutions require collaborative efforts from Governments, employers and the NHS to create more supportive and fulfilling work environments.
“As more pharmacists take on prescribing roles, the need for protected learning time becomes paramount. Without it, ambitions to expand prescribing services will be frustrated. A significant increase in learning opportunities for prescribers, and in workplace supervision capacity for designated prescribing practitioners, is essential.
“No one should have to face abuse in the workplace. Such behaviour undermines the well-being of individuals and compromises the quality of care provided to patients.”