Pharmacist

Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Pharmacy / Healthcare Services
Working Hours: 8 hours per day
Experience: Up to 1.5 years
Qualification: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D) from an accredited institution with a valid license

Imam Clinic is seeking a dedicated and qualified Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately dispensing medications, ensuring medication safety, managing pharmacy inventory, maintaining precise records, and providing professional medication guidance to patients and healthcare providers. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to patient safety and quality healthcare are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Medication Management
- Dispense medications accurately in accordance with prescriptions and pharmacy procedures.
- Verify prescriptions to ensure patients receive the correct medication, dosage, and frequency.
- Provide clear information to patients about medication use, precautions, and potential side effects.
- Identify and report any medication-related concerns or discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with medication safety standards and relevant laws.

Patient Care and Customer Service
- Welcome patients and deliver professional pharmacy services.
- Address patient inquiries and complaints courteously, escalating issues when necessary.
- Offer medication information and guidance within professional scope.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to support optimal patient care.
- Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times.

Pharmacy Inventory Management
- Monitor stock levels to ensure availability of essential medications.
- Manage short-expiry and expired medicines following pharmacy policies.
- Maintain appropriate storage conditions, including monitoring refrigerator temperatures.
- Regularly check stock expiry dates, batch details, and inventory records.
- Coordinate with suppliers and senior pharmacy staff for timely stock replenishment.

Record Management
- Maintain accurate documentation of medication dispensing, inventory, and stock movements.
- Record goods received and verify deliveries against documentation.
- Keep records of damaged, broken, expired, and returned medicines.
- Report stock discrepancies, errors, and incidents to supervisors promptly.

Cash and Administrative Management
- Handle pharmacy cash transactions accurately and responsibly, where applicable.
- Maintain proper billing records and ensure accurate cash reconciliation.
- Follow procedures for shift handovers and administrative documentation.
- Assist in preparing reports and completing assigned administrative tasks.

Compliance and Safety
- Adhere to pharmacy standard operating procedures, policies, and regulations.
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and dispensing of medicines.
- Promote safe working practices and maintain an organized pharmacy environment.
- Report medication errors, safety concerns, and operational issues promptly.

Teamwork and Coordination
- Collaborate closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in pharmacy meetings, training sessions, and departmental discussions.
- Support senior pharmacists and pharmacy management with daily operations.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.

Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D) degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid pharmacist registration/license as per regulatory authority requirements.
- Up to 1 year of relevant experience; fresh graduates with valid registration are encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of medication dispensing, drug storage, inventory control, and medication safety.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Professional attitude, integrity, teamwork, and a patient-focused approach.

Compensation
- Monthly salary range: Rs24,000.00 to Rs60,000.00

Work Location
- On-site (in person)

Join Imam Clinic to contribute to safe medication practices and deliver quality patient care in a supportive healthcare environment.