Pharmacist

Skyemax Pharmacy; Davao del Sur; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy in Davao del Sur seeks an experienced pharmacist responsible for dispensing medications and providing medication counseling to patients. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a valid pharmacy license. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety of drugs, managing inventory, and collaborating with healthcare providers. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school.
• Valid license to practice as a pharmacist.
• Internship hours completed during pharmacy school.

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medications.
• Educating patients about their medications and proper dosage.
• Managing pharmaceutical inventory and orders.
• Monitoring patient medication usage for adverse effects.
• Collaborating with healthcare providers for therapeutic outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Attention to detail

Patient care understanding

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree

Job description

Job Description

A pharmacist is a healthcare professional responsible for dispensing medications and providing advice on their proper use, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of drugs. They play an essential role in patient care by offering medication counseling, collaborating with healthcare providers, and ensuring that patients understand their prescribed treatments.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing Medications: Accurately dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medications according to doctor prescriptions.
• Patient Counseling: Educating patients about their medications, proper dosage, potential side effects, and interactions.
• Managing Inventory: Keeping track of pharmaceutical stock, ordering supplies, and ensuring that medications are stored correctly.
• Drug Safety: Monitoring patient medication usage to prevent adverse effects, and recommending alternative treatments or adjustments when necessary.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Providers: Working with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible therapeutic outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• Education: A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school. This typically takes 4 years of post-bachelor education.
• Licensing: Pharmacists must obtain a valid license to practice in their respective jurisdiction by passing exams, such as the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) in the U.S. Other regions have equivalents.
• Experience: Completion of internship hours during pharmacy school (usually part of the educational program) and sometimes additional post-graduate training.
• Knowledge and Skills: In-depth understanding of pharmacology, drug interactions, and therapeutic use of medications; familiarity with pharmaceutical laws, regulations, and ethical standards; strong understanding of disease management, drug compounding, and patient care; excellent communication skills; attention to detail.

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