Pharmacist Suspended for Dishonesty in CV and LinkedIn Profile

Date of Decision: February 28, 2023

Registrant's Role: Pharmacist

Allegations:

• Dishonestly claimed to have worked at Colchester General Teaching Hospital from July 2010 to July 2011 on CV.
• Dishonestly claimed on LinkedIn profile to have worked as a pharmacist at Lloyds Pharmacy from January 2008 to January 2011.

Outcome: Suspension for 12 months, with a review

GPhC Standards Breached:

• Standard 6: Behave in a professional manner, including being trustworthy and acting with honesty and integrity.

Case Summary

In a recent case before the General Pharmaceutical Council’s Fitness to Practise Committee, a pharmacist was suspended for 12 months due to dishonest claims made on his CV and LinkedIn profile. The allegations centered around false statements regarding employment at Colchester General Teaching Hospital and Lloyds Pharmacy. The pharmacist was found to have misrepresented his work experience to secure a position at Oaks Hospital. Despite not attending the hearing, the registrant had previously communicated his position via emails, attributing the inaccuracies to oversight and stress. The Committee found that the registrant’s actions breached the GPhC’s Standard 6, which requires pharmacy professionals to act with honesty and integrity. The determination emphasized the seriousness of the misconduct, noting the potential risk to patients had the registrant secured employment based on false credentials. While the registrant showed some initial insight and remorse, the Committee concluded that a suspension with a review was necessary to protect the public and maintain confidence in the profession. The case highlights the importance of accuracy and honesty in professional representations and serves as a reminder for pharmacy professionals to ensure their credentials are truthful and verifiable.

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