Principal Pharmacist, Inpatient

Tengah General and Community Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tengah General and Community Hospital (TGCH) in Tengah Forest Town is building a state‑of‑the‑art medical campus as part of the NUHS cluster, inviting a seasoned Hospital Pharmacist to lead our inpatient pharmacy team. You will oversee medication orders, safety initiatives and staff development to deliver excellent patient care.

Collaborate with nursing and medical teams to optimise workflows, manage dispensing systems, and mentor pharmacists across shifts in a dynamic, purpose‑driven

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree from an accredited college.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant hospital experience.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and tough situations.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proactive, decisive leadership with a team-focused mindset.
• Tech-savvy and quick to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate processing of medication orders and dispensing.
• Monitor discharge medication processes to reduce delays.
• Improve workflows to reduce errors and boost efficiency.
• Mentor and supervise pharmacy staff and coordinate training.
• Collaborate with nursing teams to improve medication administration.
• Lead initiatives to enhance medication safety and patient experience.
• Ensure adequate stock levels and use of inpatient pharmacy systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

ADC systems

Job description

Nestled in the heart of Tengah Forest Town, the new Tengah General and Community Hospital (TGCH) will be an exciting and innovative health campus with a comprehensive range of clinical specialties and healthcare services including emergency, inpatient, rehabilitative and outpatient specialist care.

As part of National University Health System (NUHS) cluster, this state-of-the-art facility is slated to be ready by early 2030s.

Intricately connected with the surrounding community, TGCH offers you the opportunity to create a healthcare facility of the future, tightly integrated with the residents and nature. As a people-focused organisation, we believe in respect and recognition. By harnessing the passion and strength of our team and putting them at the core of our culture, we create a nurturing environment to excel and deliver fulfilling care.

Be part of our groundbreaking team to bring our vision to life – a hospital in a forest, and a healing oasis within the hospital.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accurate and efficient processing of medication orders, including verification, preparation and supply of medications
• Monitor and manage discharge medication process to minimize delays and enhance patient satisfaction
• Implement and review workflows to improve operational efficiency and reduce errors
• Develop and manage staff rosters to ensure adequate coverage during all shifts
• Monitor workload distribution and adjust staffing as needed
• Mentor and supervise pharmacy staff to ensure performance and adherence to workflows
• Coordinate operational training for new staff and ensure ongoing development of all pharmacists
• Develop and manage staff rosters to ensure adequate coverage during all shifts
• Monitor workload distribution and adjust staffing as needed
• Mentor and supervise pharmacy staff to ensure performance and adherence to workflows
• Coordinate operational training for new staff and ensure ongoing development of all pharmacists
• Work closely with nursing teams to improve medication administration processes
• Lead initiatives to improve medication safety
• Address and resolve medication-related complaints or queries promptly Operational and administrative responsibilities
• Ensure sufficient stock level of medications in inpatient areas
• Oversee the implementation and efficient use of inpatient pharmacy system such as automated dispensing cabinets (ADC)
• Investigate medication-related incidents and implement corrective and preventive measures
• Conduct regular team meetings to discuss challenges, share updates, and promote positive work cultures.
• Implement initiatives to enhance patient’s experience, such as patient education
• Regularly review patient’s feedback and address areas for improvement

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of Pharmacy
• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience preferred, preferably within a medical institution or hospital.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment, quick thinker and an effective problem solver. Calm, decisive, and resilient in high-pressure situations.
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritise workload, be well organised and multi-task in a smart and timely fashion.
• Possess strong analytical, communication, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, in a team and across teams with minimal supervision.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to develop strong working relationship at various levels.
• Proactive attitude and determination to ensure required outcomes are achieved and takes responsibility.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and nurture the team to meet institutional goals.
• Tech-savvy with an ability to learn new software and other relevant programs.