Pharmacist (Reliever)

NOTE: This is an in-country position.

Location: Davao City 8000, Philippines

The Pharmacist is responsible for the administration and coordination of the Pharmacy department. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the safe, appropriate, and cost-effective use of medicines in the hospital for patients who are unable to pay, those whose care is subsidized, and those who are private patients.

Essential Duties

• Interpret physicians' orders, and check, verify, compound, and dispense medicines.
• Counsel patients on the side effects, dosage, and route of administration of their drug treatments.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and their relatives.
• Respond to medication-related queries from within the hospital and from patients and their relatives.
• Prepare and maintain quality checks on sterile medications under aseptic conditions.
• Dispense and distribute drugs and medicines for patients in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist with the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical matters.
• Monitor the supply of medicines on a regular basis, re-order as needed, and coordinate with suppliers on the replacement of near-expiry medicines.
• Ensure that medicines are stored appropriately and securely to maintain freshness and potency.
• Manage medication errors and support the drug utilization information system.
• Coordinate with the Chief Pharmacist when concerns arise.

OTHER DUTIES

• Uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency in line with hospital quality programs (e.g. Safecare, DOH, etc.) requirements.
• Ensure a safe and secure work environment by strictly adhering to infection prevention and control protocols such as but not limited to handwashing, wearing of PPE, etc.
• Commit to sustainable and eco-friendly work practices by minimizing waste, optimizing resource usage and actively participating in initiatives that promote environmental stewardship.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Education Required: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from a qualified, recognized institution.
• Certificate/License Required; if any: Current license from PRC
• Minimum Experience Required: 1 to 3 years' experience working in a hospital pharmacy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, establish priorities and work independently.
• Ability to handle confidential documents in an appropriate manner.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Nonprofit Organization Management

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