Clinical Pharmacist - Hospital Services

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension & life cover

Annual leave

Professional development

Modern hospital facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a prestigious hospital group in Randburg to recruit a Clinical Pharmacist. The role focuses on direct patient care, medication management, and collaborative pharmacotherapy optimization within a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, participate in rounds, and contribute to antimicrobial stewardship, patient education, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from an accredited institution.
• Registered Pharmacist with SAPC.
• Minimum of 3 years hospital-based clinical pharmacist experience.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care: med history, reconciliation and counseling.
• Collaborate with clinicians to optimise pharmacotherapy.
• Participate in rounds and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Monitor patient response and adverse events.
• Dispense medications accurately per policies and regulations.
• Provide drug information to the team.
• Develop/implement clinical pharmacy programs (antimicrobial stewardship, anticoagulation).
• Educate patients and families on medications.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Pharmacotherapy knowledge

Education

B.Pharm

SAPC registration

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Electronic health records

Job description

Our client, a reputable hospital group in Randburg, Gauteng , is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Clinical Pharmacist to join their expanding medical team. This role is integral to ensuring optimal medication therapy outcomes for patients across various hospital departments. The Clinical Pharmacist will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide evidence-based pharmaceutical care, medication management, and drug information services. This is a critical on-site position within a fast-paced hospital environment, offering the chance to directly impact patient safety and treatment efficacy. Join our team in Randburg and contribute to delivering exceptional healthcare services in a supportive and professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care services, including medication history taking, medication reconciliation, and patient counseling.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize pharmacotherapy, ensuring safe, effective, and cost-effective medication use.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and clinical team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Monitor patient response to therapy, assess for adverse drug reactions, and intervene as necessary.
• Dispense medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and hospital policies.
• Provide drug information support to physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Develop and implement clinical pharmacy programs, such as antimicrobial stewardship and anticoagulation management.
• Educate patients and their families about their medications, including purpose, dosage, administration, and potential side effects.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research activities within the pharmacy department.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from an accredited institution.
• Registration as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a hospital-based Clinical Pharmacist.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutics.
• Experience in medication management, clinical decision support, and patient counseling.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in using pharmacy information systems and electronic health records.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a demanding hospital environment.
• Commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Membership in a comprehensive medical aid scheme.
• Pension fund and life assurance benefits.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and specialized training.
• Access to modern hospital facilities and advanced medical technology.
• A supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Potential for career advancement within the hospital group.