Principal Pharmacist (Maternity Cover)

Woodlands Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Health is seeking a Principal Pharmacist to lead and oversee pharmaceutical services across hospital and outpatient settings. This role focuses on ensuring safe, effective medicines, high-quality patient care, and compliance with national pharmacy standards.

You will manage performance metrics, supervise staff, and participate in hospital committees, QC activities, and educational programs for staff and students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited University recognized by the Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• More than 8 years of work experience in Pharmacy.
• Exhibits understanding and capability of running pharmacy operations and national indicators pertaining to pharmacy professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and audit department performance indicators and ensure service standards are met.
• Oversee inventory control and ensure costs and revenue are accurately recovered.
• Supervise staffing across Pharmacy Sections and conduct appraisals.
• Represent the department on hospital committees and support QC and community activities.
• Maintain adherence to policies, practices and regulations set by the hospital and regulators.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy

More than 8 years of work experience in Pharmacy

Job description

About Us

Woodlands Hospital is a next-generation healthcare system designed to meet the future of care. As an integrated acute and community hospital with specialist outpatient clinics and innovative care models, we deliver person-centred, connected and seamless care that extends beyond traditional hospital walls.

Our mission is to redefine healthcare for an ageing and diverse population through digital innovation, preventive health and strong community partnerships. Grounded in team-based care, sustainability and health equity, we are building a healthier future for all.

JOB PURPOSE

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

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific

1. Monitor and audit activities pertaining to department performance indicators, and initiates action to ensure that:
2. Service standards are consistently met.
3. Related costs and revenue are accounted for, and accurately recovered.
4. Control of inventory is carried out effectively and efficiently.
5. Workflow is continually streamlined.
6. Training programmes are implemented and objectives are met.
7. Responsible for monitoring that adequate staffing is maintained for all staff levels, in the various Pharmacy Sections.
8. Audit procedures to ensure adherence to policies, practices and regulations established by the department, hospital and external regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy.
9. Represent the department on various committees and performs other job-related duties as assigned by Chief, Pharmacy.
10. Ensure that the department supports the various activities organized by the hospital by getting staff to participate in QC, community projects, staff welfare and recreational activities and etc.
11. Supervise performance, conduct appraisals, write reports and make recommendations for confirmation, promotion and training needs of subordinates.

1. Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Chief, Pharmacy.

Patient Care aspects

1. Monitor standards for the delivery of pharmaceutical care to ensure concordance with the agreed standards of practice.
2. Actively participates in Pharmacy education and developmental programmes:
3. Provide lectures to Pharmacy staff and other hospital employees on pertinent topics.
4. Practice continued reading of journals, publications, etc for our professional advancement.
5. Responsible for the implementation and adherence to policies, practices and regulations established by the department, hospital and external regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy.
6. Provide relevant training to pre-registration pharmacists and pharmacy students.
7. Supports 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

1. Supports Chief, Pharmacy in establishing and implementing policies and procedures related to provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical care and services to meet the needs of patients.
2. Cover the duties of Chief, Pharmacy in his/her absence.
3. Attend to and resolve day to day issues arising from and related to workflow.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training / Experience

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited University recognized by the Singapore Pharmacy Council.
2. More than 8 years of work experience in Pharmacy.
3. Exhibits understanding and capability of running pharmacy operations and national indicators pertaining to pharmacy professional development.

Professional License

1. Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council
2. Valid practicing license

Note

Please note this is from Dec 26 to Apr 27 (21 weeks).