Pharmacist

Woodlands Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced Pharmacist. The role involves reviewing medication charts, dispensing medications, and supervising pharmacy operations. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy and be registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council. Successful applicants will have strong clinical knowledge and contribute to educational programs within the pharmacy department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited University recognized by the Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council.

Responsibilities

• Review each patient’s medication chart for appropriateness of prescribed drugs.
• Dispense medications to patients and provide instructions for administration.
• Ensure all related costs and revenue are accounted for.
• Supervise performance and conduct appraisals.
• Actively participate in Pharmacy education and development programmes.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Root cause analysis skills

Learning attitude

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy

Job description

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This job description details the responsibilities and the general duties of the Pharmacist.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific

Review each patient’s medication chart or prescription for the appropriateness of the drugs prescribed and to contact the prescribing doctor when an intervention is needed. The review has to ensure that:

• All orders are clear and specific
• Doses are prescribed within therapeutic limits
• Any potential adverse reactions and interactions are identified
• Fulfil all drug orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all related costs and revenue are accounted for, and accurately recovered.
• Dispense medications to patients, explaining the indications for drug therapy and instructions for administration.
• Provides drug information and lectures to other healthcare professionals.
• Delegate, oversee and review the work of assigned subordinates.
• Ensures that all sales and supply of medicinal products comply with legal requirements.
• Records pertaining to all phases of drug receipt, supply, storage and distribution are maintained as required by the hospital and/or legal authorities.
• Represent the department in various clinical committees and performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Review pharmacy procedures and policies periodically and implement schemes to improve pharmacy workflow.
• Supervise performance, conduct appraisals, write reports and make recommendations for confirmation, promotion and training needs of subordinates.
• Actively participate in Pharmacy education and development programmes.
• Practices continued reading of journals, publications, etc for professional advancement.
• Responsible for the implementation and adherence to policies, practices and regulations established by the department, hospital and external regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy.
• Provide relevant training to pre-registration pharmacists and pharmacy students.
• Support the hospital by participating actively in the various activities organized by the hospital. Activities include QC, community projects, staff welfare and recreational activities and etc.

General

• Conduct clinical review for appropriateness of medication orders.
• Ensure operational efficiency to meet desired turnaround time.
• Supervise performance and conduct appraisal.
• Involve in national or institutional workgroups and projects.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training / Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited University recognized by the Singapore Pharmacy Council.

Professional License

• Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

Attributes

• Clinical knowledge for review and counselling
• Relevant skills to conduct root causes analysis
• Learning attitude, willing to learn from junior staff when applicable