Job Description

Overview:
M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.
Danat Al Emarat is a world-class specialty women's and children's hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It offers advanced medical services across specialties including Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Women's Health. The hospital is one of the very few to encompass a dedicated Fetal Medicine Department along with a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the UAE. This has established Danat Al Emarat as a regional referral center for women with high-risk pregnancies, supported by its Level III NICU providing care for the most fragile newborns.
The Outpatient Pharmacist is responsible for providing safe, accurate, and efficient dispensing of medications to all ambulatory patients while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies. The role supports high-volume outpatient operations, delivers patient counseling, and contributes to medication safety and quality improvement initiatives within the department. Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and dispense outpatient prescriptions in accordance with Department of Health (DOH), Joint Commission International (JCI), and hospital standards.
• Provide accurate patient counseling on medication use, dosing, precautions, and storage.
• Ensure timely dispensing to maintain optimal patient flow and waiting-time targets.
• Identify and resolve therapeutic duplications, interactions, and medication-related issues.
• Coordinate with physicians and nurses to clarify and optimize medication orders.
• Support medication safety initiatives, LASA management, and high-alert medication guidelines.
• Maintain accurate inventory control, expiry monitoring, and proper storage conditions.
• Document interventions and contribute to quality and performance improvement activities.
• Participate in department meetings, training, and competency assessments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Valid DOH license. * Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an outpatient or hospital pharmacy setting (preferred).

• Knowledge of key pharmaceutical procedures and current best practices
• Good understanding of pharmacy related regulations
• Practical knowledge in Microsoft Office suite

Skills Required