Registered Pharmacist

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for providing professional information on medicines as well as dispensing of drugs in accordance with the government regulatory agencies

Ensures validity and accuracy of prescription in dispensing medicines

Engages in patient counseling and queries on drug related matters

Coordinates with the Corporate Pharmacist regarding government regulatory orders for implementation

Ensures that all reference books are updated and available in the store (generic menu card, prescription book, dangerous drugs book)

Prepares periodic reports for regulatory agencies

Ensures proper storage of loose tablets, vials and biologicals, regulated medicines

Ensures that all bad stocks are pulled out (damaged, expiring/expired) in his/her assigned medicine cabinet

Assists in the maintenance and cleanliness of the work place

Ensures that all medicines are in good condition

Represents the store during FDA/ PDEA inspection

Updates store personnel on product awareness and new practices through training

Performs other related functions that may be assigned by the immediate head or the Management from time to time

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a Registered Pharmacist

work experience is an advantage, but not a pre-requisite

Must be willing to work in the community setting

Open to varying work schedules

Amenable to working on holidays

Interest in the management aspect of the profession is a plus

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent