Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
16 hours ago

Additional Details

Job ID
139738
Job Views
23

Job Description






Job Summary




  • The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications accurately, counseling patients, managing pharmaceutical inventory, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting safe, effective use of drugs.

  • The role requires strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.



Key Responsibilities

Dispensing & Patient Counseling:




  • Fill and dispense prescriptions accurately according to physician orders.

  • Check for drug interactions, allergies, contraindications, and dosage accuracy.

  • Provide clear, professional medication counseling to patients and caregivers.

  • Educate patients on drug usage, side effects, storage, and adherence.



Clinical & Professional Duties:




  • Maintain accurate patient medication profiles.

  • Collaborate with physicians and nurses on medication therapy management.

  • Monitor and report adverse drug reactions (ADR) and other medication issues.

  • Prepare extemporaneous compounds when necessary.



Inventory & Supply Management:




  • Manage stock levels to ensure the availability of essential drugs.

  • Conduct stock checks, expiry monitoring, and ensure proper drug storage conditions.

  • Maintain records for controlled substances in line with regulations.

  • Submit timely requisitions for medication replenishment.



Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:




  • Ensure full compliance with pharmacy laws, drug control regulations, and safety standards.

  • Maintain accurate documentation for audits and inspections.

  • Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and good pharmacy practice (GPP).

  • Ensure proper disposal of expired or damaged medications.



Administrative Duties:




  • Maintain accurate billing, sales records, and prescription logs.

  • Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.

  • Provide support in policy development and operational improvements.



Qualifications & Requirements




  • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm or PharmD).

  • Valid license from the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) or relevant body.

  • Minimum 1–3 years of experience in a clinical or retail pharmacy (or specify).

  • Strong knowledge of pharmacology, drug therapy, and pharmaceutical regulations.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Proficiency in pharmacy management systems (if applicable).



Key Competencies:




  • Strong pharmaceutical knowledge

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Customer service orientation

  • Ethical judgment and professionalism

  • Time management and multitasking

  • Accuracy and attention to detail

  • Ability to work under pressure



Working Conditions:




  • May involve shift work, weekends, or extended hours (depending on workplace).

  • Frequent interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.

  • Must adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.



Salary

N190,000 - N210,000 Monthly.



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