A local pharmacy in Davao del Sur is seeking a licensed pharmacist to dispense medications and provide patient counseling. The role involves monitoring inventory and ensuring prescription accuracy. Candidates must have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree and a valid pharmacist license, along with strong communication and attention to detail skills.
Qualifications
Valid pharmacist license with compliance to continuing education requirements.
In-depth knowledge of drug interactions and medication therapy management.
Responsibilities
Accurately prepare and dispense prescribed medications to patients.
Provide advice on safe and effective medication use.
Monitor and maintain the pharmacy's inventory.
Review prescriptions for accuracy and legality.
Work with healthcare providers for optimal medication therapy.
Skills
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Knowledge of pharmacology
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree
Job description
Responsibilities
Dispensing Medications: Accurately prepare and dispense prescribed medications to patients, ensuring proper dosage and instructions for use.
Patient Counseling: Provide advice to patients on the safe and effective use of medications, including possible side effects and drug interactions.
Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain the pharmacy's inventory, ensuring medications are stocked, stored correctly, and within expiration dates.
Prescription Verification: Review prescriptions for accuracy, legality, and safety, and communicate with physicians or other healthcare professionals as necessary.
Collaborative Care: Work with healthcare providers to ensure optimal medication therapy and offer recommendations on treatment plans.
Qualifications
Education: A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school.
Licensing: Valid pharmacist license in the state/country where practicing, with ongoing compliance to continuing education requirements.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and medication therapy management.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail for accurate prescription processing and medication dispensation.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, healthcare teams, and regulatory bodies.