Pharmacist

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

:

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
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
  • At least 3 years\' experience in Pharmacy or similar organization
  • Valid DOH license

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1646984
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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