Senior Pharmacist - Clinical Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement fund contributions

Comprehensive medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Pharmacist - Clinical Specialist for a hospital in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role emphasizes direct patient care, medication management, and clinical pharmacy services, collaborating with physicians to optimize therapy and safety.

You will contribute to policy development, staff training, and clinical protocol advancement, with oversight of technicians and junior pharmacists. A SAPC-registered pharmacist with 5+ years of clinical hospital experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
• Registered Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacology, and evidence-based medicine.
• Proficiency in pharmacy information systems and electronic health records.
• Experience in a supervisory or specialist role is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services, including medication reconciliation, patient counseling, and pharmacotherapy consultations.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize drug therapy regimens, monitor patient responses, and manage adverse drug reactions.
• Participate in rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and drug use policy development.
• Review and dispense medications, ensuring accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Educate patients and healthcare professionals on medication therapy, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Develop and implement protocols for drug use, therapeutic monitoring, and formulary management.
• Oversee the activities of pharmacy technicians and junior pharmacists as needed.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research activities within the pharmacy department.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Pharmacotherapy

Patient counseling

Team collaboration

Staff supervision

Electronic health records

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent healthcare provider with a strong focus on pharmaceutical services, is seeking a highly qualified Senior Pharmacist - Clinical Specialist for their facility in Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA. This is an essential in-office role focused on patient care, medication management, and clinical pharmacy services. You will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize drug therapy, ensure patient safety, and improve therapeutic outcomes. This position demands a deep understanding of clinical pharmacology, pharmacotherapy, and evidence-based medicine. As a Senior Specialist, you will also contribute to pharmacy department initiatives, staff training, and the development of clinical pharmacy protocols. We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable pharmacist who is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing clinical pharmacy practice within the hospital setting. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications within our patient population, contributing to better health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services, including medication reconciliation, patient counseling, and pharmacotherapy consultations.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize drug therapy regimens, monitor patient responses, and manage adverse drug reactions.
• Participate in rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings, and drug use policy development.
• Review and dispense medications, ensuring accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Educate patients and healthcare professionals on medication therapy, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Develop and implement protocols for drug use, therapeutic monitoring, and formulary management.
• Oversee the activities of pharmacy technicians and junior pharmacists as needed.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research activities within the pharmacy department.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records and documentation.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in pharmacy practice, pharmacotherapy, and relevant medical literature.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution.
• Registered Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacology, and evidence-based medicine.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counseling skills.
• Proficiency in pharmacy information systems and electronic health records.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in a supervisory or specialist role is highly desirable.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, retirement fund contributions, and comprehensive medical aid benefits. This position is based at our well-equipped facility in Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA. Opportunities for professional development include continuing education courses, workshops, and conferences. Paid time off includes annual leave, sick leave, and other statutory holidays. We foster a supportive and collaborative work environment where professional growth and work-life balance are prioritized. As part of our commitment to excellence, you will work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals focused on providing high-quality patient care.