Pharmacist

Pharmacist Job Description

A Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications safely, providing medication-related advice to patients, and ensuring compliance with applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription and over-the-counter medicines accurately.
• Review prescriptions for appropriate drug, dosage, interactions, and contraindications.
• Counsel patients on medication use, dosage, side effects, and storage.
• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, inventory, and controlled medicines.
• Monitor and manage pharmacy stock, including ordering and expiry-date checks.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of medicines.
• Coordinate with doctors and other healthcare professionals when clarification is required.
• Follow all applicable pharmacy, health, and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy environment.
• Handle customer/patient queries and provide appropriate healthcare information.
• Report medication errors, adverse drug reactions, and other safety concerns as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm), as applicable.
• Experience Required: Preferably a minimum of 1 to 2 years
• Valid pharmacist registration with the relevant regulatory authority.
• Good knowledge of medicines, prescriptions, and pharmacy practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.