Pharmacist

Responsibilities:

• Review and validate prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential drug interactions before dispensing.
• Dispense prescription and over-the-counter medications accurately and in accordance with professional standards.
• Provide patients with counseling on medication use, dosage, side effects, storage, and adherence.
• Monitor medication therapy and identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and pharmacy documentation.
• Manage pharmaceutical inventory, including procurement, storage, stock control, and expiry monitoring.
• Ensure the proper storage and handling of medicines in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer requirements.
• Participate in medication safety initiatives, pharmacovigilance, and adverse drug reaction reporting.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws, professional ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff where applicable.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, clinical audits, and continuing professional development.
• Maintain cleanliness, security, and organization of the pharmacy.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Head of Pharmacy or Hospital Management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Valid registration and current practicing license with the appropriate Pharmacy regulatory authority.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of hospital or community pharmacy experience is an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Proficiency in prescription review, medication dispensing, and inventory management.
• Strong communication and patient counseling skills.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and pharmacy management systems is an added advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Key Competencies:

• Clinical and pharmaceutical expertise.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Patient-centered service delivery.
• Integrity and professional ethics.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.