Pharmacist

Responsibilities:

1. PRESCRIPTION PROCESSING AND DISPENSING:

• Prescriptions will be processed and dispensed in compliance with applicable HAAD laws, rules, and regulations.

• Prescription labeling will provide an identifying number; date dispensed, patients' name, name or initials of the pharmacist, the name, address, days of treatment and the name, strength and quantity of the pharmaceutical products, and instructions for use.

• In the event the pharmacy receives a prescription for drug classified as ineffective, the pharmacist will contact the prescribing physician to change the prescription to an effective drug.

• Review the patient's health records and medication profile to assure appropriate drug therapy and to reduce the potential for complications and known adverse reactions.

• Provide the prescribers suggested alternative drug therapy plans when any of the above risks are identified.

• Individually counsel patients on the purpose and use of the prescribed medications, potential side effects, adverse reactions, and other related factors.

2. SUPERVISION OF ASSIGNED STAFF:

• Oversee the activities delegated to and/or assigned to the Pharmacy Technician/trainee.

• Maintains strict confidentiality.

• Responsible for operations within the department to ensure that services are provided in a manner which meets all applicable regulatory licensure and accrediting regulations.

• Responsible for positive representation of facility and department services.

• Exemplifies personal conduct style which is reflected in an appropriate role.

• Upholds established professional standards.

• Maintains a cooperative relationship with employees, medical staff, and others.

• Implement Quality Assurance measures in appropriate areas.

• Adheres to and supports facility policies, programs and activities.

• Responsible for communication within the Pharmacy department and with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre departments to ensure effective operations.

• Present a professional, caring image for the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre and its programs.

• Maintain a cooperative relationship with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre staff and co-workers.

• Exceptional Customer service is a must.

• Responsible for personal development to ensure current knowledge in the profession.

• Perform any other job-related duties as specified by supervisor.

• Attend meetings and in-services and any other events as specified by immediate supervisor.

• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment.

3. IP PRESCRIPTIONS/MAR FORMS:

• The pharmacist should know how to read the MAR form

• Dispenses IP medicines based on MAR form

• Review mar form and check for any drug interaction or allergies.

• Signature of pharmacist who dispenses medication is important on MAR form is important

4. Expiry Checking/Handling
5. Medicines Information

• Participate in the answering enquiry of medicine, acting in accordance with HAAD standards of practice

6. Other Responsibilities

• Follow up with healthcare professionals within the facility for reporting AR/ME & AEFI & send any clarification, reconciliation to HAAD when necessary

• Identify and implement practices to improve the Pharmacovigilance reporting to HAAD

• Educate healthcare professionals on the importance and methods of reporting Adverse Reactions (AR), Medication Errors (ME) and adverse events following immunization (AEFI) to HAAD Pharmacovigilance program

• Receive reports on the reporting status of the facility

• Receive emails of alert/recall circulars and disseminate them to healthcare professionals and appropriate personnel within the facility

• To comply with the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre OSH Roles and Responsibilities applicable AD OSHMS Standards and applicable Legal Requirements.

• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports

• Actively participate in the Medical Centre's on-going Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Programs and other In-Service Training Programs

• Act as a translator if needed

• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Head of Department

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy/Equivalent

• Preferred certificate or post graduate diploma