Job Description

Pharmacy Department Incharge & Manager - Roles and Responsibilities1. Departmental Leadership & Supervision

Oversee day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy Department. Ensure all pharmacy activities comply with hospital policies, NABH standards, and statutory regulations. Supervise pharmacists, assistants, and support staff, ensuring optimal staffing and duty roster management. Maintain discipline, punctuality, and professional behavior among team members.

2. Drug Procurement & Inventory Management

Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and consumption trends of medicines and consumables. Coordinate with the Purchase and Store Department for timely procurement of drugs. Ensure availability of essential medicines, emergency drugs, and life-saving drugs at all times. Implement inventory control systems to reduce wastage and pilferage. Maintain accurate records of stock receipt, issue, and return in HMIS or manual registers.

3. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Ensure all drugs are stored under proper temperature and safety conditions. Verify prescriptions for correctness and legality before dispensing. Implement and monitor adherence to NABH and hospital quality protocols. Conduct periodic audits of stock, expiry, and controlled drugs (Schedule H, H1, X). Maintain records as per Drug Control Authority and hospital standards.

4. Patient Care & Service Excellence

Ensure timely dispensing of medicines to inpatients, outpatients, and wards. Counsel patients on dosage, side effects, and storage of medicines when required. Coordinate with doctors and nursing staff for special or restricted medicines. Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in all pharmacy operations.

5. Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

Monitor daily sales, billing, and cash reconciliation. Prepare monthly consumption and cost reports for management review. Manage indents, purchase orders, and return of near-expiry or excess stock. Support management in cost-control initiatives and vendor negotiations.

6. Training & Development

Conduct regular training sessions for pharmacy staff on new drugs, hospital protocols, and safety measures. Ensure proper orientation for newly joined pharmacy personnel. Keep updated with the latest trends, drug updates, and legal requirements.

7. Coordination & Communication

Liaise with hospital departments, consultants, and administration for smooth functioning. Attend management meetings and provide periodic updates on pharmacy operations. Address and resolve complaints or issues related to drug availability or dispensing.

8. Safety & Legal Responsibilities

Ensure all controlled drugs are managed as per legal requirements. Report any medication errors or adverse drug reactions to the concerned authority. Maintain fire safety, cleanliness, and infection control standards in the pharmacy area.

Reporting To:

General Manager / Medical Director / Hospital Administrator

Designation:

Pharmacy Incharge / Pharmacy Manager

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Pharamcy Incharge: 7 years (Required)
Language:

Kannada (Required)
Location:

Chamrajpet, Bengaluru, Karnataka (Preferred)
Work Location: In person