Job Description

Job Title:

Pharmacist

Department:

Pharmacy

Location:

Kasarvadavli

Reports To:

Pharmacy In-Charge / Head of Department

Job Summary:

The Pharmacist is responsible for the accurate dispensing of medications, maintaining inventory, ensuring compliance with medical and legal regulations, and providing drug-related information to healthcare professionals and patients. The role ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient pharmaceutical care within the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

Dispensing & Patient Care:

Dispense prescribed medications accurately to inpatients and outpatients. Provide appropriate information on dosage, side effects, and storage of medications. Check prescriptions for errors and ensure patient safety.

Inventory Management:

Maintain stock levels, check for expiry, and coordinate reordering of medicines. Receive, label, and store stock following safety and regulatory guidelines. Ensure proper documentation of drugs received and dispensed.

Regulatory Compliance:

Adhere to hospital protocols, pharmacy policies, and drug control regulations. Maintain records of narcotics and schedule drugs as per guidelines. Participate in internal and external pharmacy audits.

Coordination & Communication:

Coordinate with doctors and nursing staff regarding drug availability and alternatives. Report medication errors and adverse drug reactions as per protocol. Educate patients and staff on safe medication practices when required.

Other Responsibilities:

Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the pharmacy area. Maintain logs, reports, and computerized billing entries where applicable. Participate in stock verification and audit processes.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

D.Pharm / B.Pharm from a recognized institute.

Licensure:

Must have a valid Pharmacy License.

Experience:

1-3 years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Skills:

Knowledge of drug names, classifications, and interactions Accuracy in handling prescriptions and billing Basic computer knowledge (MS Office, Hospital Information Systems)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ?25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance
Schedule:

Day shift Rotational shift
Work Location: In person