Registered Pharmacist

Patient First Medical Clinic and Diagnostics Center Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 290,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Patient First Medical Clinic and Diagnostics Center Corporation seeks a licensed Pharmacist to join our team in the Philippines. You will ensure accurate dispensing of medications, review prescriptions for safety, and counsel patients on proper use.

You will monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and collaborate with clinicians to optimize medication therapy. The role emphasizes compliance with local regulations, patient safety, and quality standards in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate dispensing of medications according to prescriptions and patient needs.
• Double-check prescriptions for potential errors or contraindications before dispensing.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of medications and supplies while minimizing excess or shortages.
• Use inventory management software to monitor stock levels and automate reordering.
• Collaborate with clinical departments to forecast demand and prevent stockouts.
• Implement cost-saving measures such as bulk purchasing and monitoring expiration dates.
• Provide comprehensive counseling to patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and interactions.
• Educate patients on the importance of medication adherence and provide tools like medication calendars.
• Monitor patient responses to medications and recommend adjustments to healthcare providers as needed.
• Review complex medication regimens for potential drug-drug interactions or contraindications.
• Ensure compliance with local pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards of practice.
• Adhere to safety protocols for handling and dispensing medications, including controlled substances.
• Regularly review storage conditions to ensure medication integrity.

Job description

1. Ensure accurate dispensing of medications according to prescriptions and patient needs.

2. Double-check prescriptions for potential errors or contraindications before dispensing.

3. Maintain adequate stock levels of medications and supplies while minimizing excess or shortages.

4. Use inventory management software to monitor stock levels and automate reordering.

5. Collaborate with clinical departments to forecast demand and prevent stockouts.

6. Implement cost-saving measures such as bulk purchasing and monitoring expiration dates.

7. Provide comprehensive counseling to patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and interactions.

8. Educate patients on the importance of medication adherence and provide tools like medication calendars.

9. Monitor patient responses to medications and recommend adjustments to healthcare providers as needed.

10. Review complex medication regimens for potential drug-drug interactions or contraindications.

11. Ensure compliance with local pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards of practice.

12. Adhere to safety protocols for handling and dispensing medications, including controlled substances.

13. Regularly review storage conditions to ensure medication integrity.