Pharmacist

MedPlus Health Services Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

MedPlus Health Services Limited in Chennai is seeking a Pharmacist for a full-time, on-site role to dispense medications, verify prescriptions, counsel customers, and ensure regulatory compliance with patient safety in mind.

You will manage stock, check expiry, organize inventory, and support store operations while collaborating with staff to maintain safe, efficient, customer-focused service across the MedPlus network.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) with valid registration.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology and prescription verification.
• Ability to counsel patients and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately and verify prescriptions.
• Counsel customers on medication use, side effects, and dosage.
• Manage inventory, check expiry dates, and organize stock.
• Support store operations and uphold safety protocols.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure compliant and customer-focused service.

Skills

Counseling customers

Prescription verification

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

Tools

Pharmacy management systems

POS tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Company Description

MedPlus Health Services Limited is one of India’s most trusted healthcare brands, with over twenty years of experience in making genuine medicines accessible and affordable. The company operates 5,500+ stores across 800+ cities in 14 states and continues to expand its footprint. Through an omni-channel model, MedPlus serves customers both in neighborhood pharmacies and online via MedPlus Mart. In addition to retail, the organization is active in wholesale pharmacy, private label pharma, wellness and FMCG products, and diagnostics, supported by a workforce of more than 28,000 team members. MedPlus leverages technology to deliver reliable, affordable healthcare solutions to millions of people every day.

Role Description

The Pharmacist role at MedPlus in Chennai is a full-time, on-site position. The Pharmacist will be responsible for dispensing medications accurately, verifying prescriptions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards. Daily tasks include counseling customers on proper medication use, possible side effects, and dosage instructions, while maintaining patient confidentiality and high-quality service. The role also involves managing inventory, checking expiry dates, organizing stock, and supporting store operations to ensure smooth workflow. The Pharmacist will collaborate with store staff and management to uphold safety protocols, support health awareness initiatives, and contribute to an efficient, customer-focused pharmacy environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant educational background, such as a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), with valid registration from the appropriate Pharmacy Council.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, dosage calculations, and prescription verification, with a focus on patient safety.
• Ability to provide clear medication counseling, maintain accurate records, and adhere to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Competence in inventory management, including stock monitoring, expiry tracking, and ordering processes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers, colleagues, and healthcare professionals.
• Comfort with using pharmacy management systems, POS tools, and basic computer applications.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and a customer-centric mindset, with willingness to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Previous experience in retail pharmacy or hospital pharmacy is an advantage, along with familiarity with wellness and FMCG products.