Pharmacist

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
  
• Valid pharmacist license.
  
• Previous experience in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting is preferred.
  
• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy and clinical pharmacy practices.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  
• Strong knowledge of drug interactions, dosages, and side effects.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
  

Medication Dispensing and Counseling

• Review and interpret physician orders to select appropriate medications.
  
• Accurately compound, label, and dispense medications.
  
• Provide comprehensive medication counseling to patients, including dosage, administration, and potential side effects.
  
• Ensure patients/care takers understand their medication treatment and address any concerns.
  
• Review documentation to confirm that appropriate pharmaceuticals were in fact provided to the beneficiaries.
  

Patient Medication Therapy Management

• Monitor patient medication therapies and provide necessary interventions.
  
• Conduct medication reviews and reconcile patient medication lists.
  
• Identify and resolve drug-related problems, including drug interactions and contradictions collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapy
  
• Manage medication errors and support the drug utilization system.
  
• Respond to medication related queries from within the hospital and from patients and their relatives
  

Supervisory function of Pharmacy staff

• Assist in hiring necessary pharmacy staff.
  
• Analyze training needs and institute training for staff members, provides adequate training for pharmacy staff.
  
• Provides feedback to pharmacy staff on their performance and recommend appropriate action based upon performance.
  
• Formally and informally appraises performance of pharmacy staff as needed (annually and otherwise)
  
• Determines what work is to be done and allocates it.
  
• Serves on the drugs and therapeutics committee
  

Medication Safety and Compliance

• Ensure pharmaceutical services are implemented according to internationally accepted standards and/or relevant Ministry of Health guidelines.
  
• Maintain accurate records of all medications and supplies, ensuring proper storage and handling.
  
• Assist with the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical matters.
  
• Implement and adhere to medication safety protocols to prevent medication errors.
  
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
  

Inventory Management

• Manage and maintain pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and restocking medications and supplies.
  
• Conduct regular inventory checks to identify and address shortages or discrepancies.
  
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure the availability of essential medications
  
• Provide oversight for the ordering of drugs and medical commodities and any Gifts in Kind (GIK).
  
• Work with the logistics and finance departments to ensure regular and adequate pharmaceutical and medical commodity levels are maintained to prevent stock outs.
  
• Coordinate with the Medical Director, and Procurement & Inventory Supervisor to ensure correct demobilization and proper disposition of pharmaceuticals.
  
• Ensure the medicines are stored appropriately and securely to maintain freshness and potency.
  

Clinical Support and Research

• Participate in clinical rounds and provide pharmacotherapy recommendations to the healthcare team.
  
• Conduct research to aid in the development of new drugs and therapy methods.
  
• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.
  
• Provide support for clinical trials and research studies as needed.
  

Participation in Meetings

• Attend and participate in department meetings as scheduled
  
• Attend and participate in general co-workers’ meetings as scheduled.
  

Continuing Professional Development

• Identifies and pursues continuing professional development activities in line with their position and maintains professional records that provide evidence of activities completed.
  
•  Works with one’s supervisor to guide in mentorship and coaching for continualprofessional growth.