Pharmacist

Role & responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately as per prescriptions issued by authorized medical practitioners and process prescription refills.
• Review and interpret prescriptions for dosage, drug interactions, allergies, incompatibilities, and appropriate dosage forms.
• Counsel patients on medication usage, dosage, administration, precautions, and possible effects.
• Ensure medicines are issued against the required receipt and maintain accurate computerized records.
• Verify the manufacturing and expiry dates of medicines and ensure appropriate storage and handling as per specifications.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory, monitor stock levels, and coordinate the ordering and procurement of medicines and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Maintain pharmacy records, patient profiles, inventory records, and documentation related to narcotic and controlled drugs.
• Follow hospital policies and applicable legal requirements for medication dispensing, labeling, packaging, storage, and disposal.
• Prepare sterile solutions and infusions wherever required and as per applicable procedures.
• Coordinate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to support safe and effective medication practices.
• Participate in ward rounds, provide medication-related guidance, and support patient care.
• Assist in guiding pharmacy interns and maintaining the quality and efficiency of pharmacy operations.
• Monitor pharmacy stock, shipments, purchase requirements, and budget considerations.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Pharmacy (D.Pharm / B.Pharm).
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in pharmacy operations; hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.
• Good knowledge of prescription interpretation, medication dispensing, drug dosage, and patient counselling.
• Understanding of pharmacy inventory management, stock control, medicine storage, and expiry monitoring.
• Familiarity with maintaining pharmacy documentation and handling controlled-drug records.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate effectively with doctors, patients, and healthcare teams.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to follow hospital procedures, maintain compliance, and work effectively in a healthcare environment.