Pharmacist

Alfa Medicus; George Town; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Medicus in Malaysia seeks a Pharmacist to validate prescriptions and support pharmacy operations.

You will supervise assistants, manage workflow to reduce patient waiting times, and ensure compliance with Pharmacy Board Malaysia and Poisons Act.

Fresh graduates are welcome; strong communication and attention to detail are essential for patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent qualification.
• Registered Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board Malaysia.
• Annual Practising Certificate (APC) is required.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform final verification of prescriptions for accuracy and safety.
• Assist in supervising pharmacy assistants and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with Pharmacy Board Malaysia and Poisons Act.
• Manage stock loans between hospitals and monitor expiry dates.
• Contribute to clinical governance and advise staff and patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent

Job description

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Prescription Counterchecking (Clinical Role)

• Perform final verification of all prescriptions to ensure accuracy and appropriateness before dispensing.
• Screen for potential drug interactions, contraindications, and therapeutic duplications.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies in medication orders.

Operations Oversight

• Assist the current pharmacist in supervising pharmacy assistants and support staffs.
• Help plan and manage the daily workflow to ensure efficiency and minimize patient waiting times.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Regulatory & Licensing

• Act as the designated responsible pharmacist for the application and maintenance of the pharmacy wholesale license with Pharmacy Board.
• Ensure all activities related to pharmaceuticals comply with the Poisons Act 1952 and other relevant regulations.

Stock Management & Emergency Response

• Manage the process of stock loans between hospitals, ensuring legal and safe transfer of medications.
• Assist in inventory control to prevent shortages and manage expiry dates.

Other Duties

• Participate in clinical governance and audit activities.
• Provide pharmaceutical information and advice to medical staff and patients as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent qualification.
• Registered Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board Malaysia.
• Possess valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.