Clinical Pharmacist - Hospital Services

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 64,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Clinical Pharmacist for a reputable hospital group in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will provide expert pharmaceutical care and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support medication therapy management across clinical settings.

The role emphasizes drug information, safety interventions, rounds participation, and education for patients and staff. A BPharm or PharmD with SAPC registration and hospital pharmacy experience is required;

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy with SAPC registration.
• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical hospital pharmacy experience.
• Strong pharmacotherapy knowledge and medication safety principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care and medication therapy management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to optimize regimens.
• Dispense medications accurately and safely per protocols.
• Provide drug information to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Monitor therapy and adjust as needed.
• Develop and implement clinical pharmacy services and protocols.
• Contribute to medication safety initiatives and ADR reporting.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication use and adherence.
• Mentor students, residents, and junior pharmacists.
• Stay current with advances in clinical pharmacy.

Skills

Clinical pharmacotherapy

Drug literature evaluation

Medication safety

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient counseling

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable hospital group committed to providing exceptional patient care, is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join their esteemed pharmacy department. This role is integral to ensuring optimal medication therapy management for patients across various clinical settings. You will work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide expert pharmaceutical care, drug information, and medication safety interventions. The position is based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , a region committed to expanding its healthcare services. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for patient-centered pharmaceutical care. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on patient health and well-being within a collaborative hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to assigned patient populations, including medication therapy management, pharmacokinetics, and drug interaction monitoring.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to optimize patient medication regimens.
• Dispense medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring adherence to prescription orders and established protocols.
• Provide drug information services to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Monitor patient response to therapy and recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Participate in the development and implementation of clinical pharmacy services and protocols.
• Contribute to medication safety initiatives, including adverse drug reaction reporting and prevention strategies.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies.
• Mentor and train pharmacy students, residents, and junior pharmacists.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in clinical pharmacy practice and relevant therapeutic areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy degree (BPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Registered Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in clinical pharmacy practice, preferably within a hospital setting.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, drug literature evaluation, and medication safety principles.
• Excellent clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using pharmacy information systems and electronic health records (EHR).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interdisciplinary collaboration and patient counseling.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, pension fund, and paid leave. Opportunities for continuing education and professional development are provided to support career growth. The hospital fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to high-quality patient care. Join a committed healthcare team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , and contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical services.