A superintendent pharmacist is responsible for the professional and clinical management of a pharmacy and the administration of the sale and supply of medicines.
Key Responsibilities
The delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring compliance with statutory and professional requirements of the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria ‘Standards for Pharmacy Professionals’
To document, maintain and communicate effective, efficient safe working practices and standard operating procedures as required by the PCN.
To monitor, assess and oversee the training and competencies of pharmacy staff in accordance with the Code of Ethics and requirements of the PCN
To ensure the ‘Pharmacy Record’ is maintained at all times
To ensure that prescription records are maintained in accordance with pharmaceutical council of Nigeria and legal requirements.
To store medicines in appropriate conditions, temperature logs are maintained, and procedures are in place for safe disposal of returned or expired medicines
To oversee and manage Controlled Drugs and to maintain accurate record-keeping and registration.
To contribute to the efficient running and profitability of the pharmacy by monitoring and auditing medicines expenditure and by introducing new or revised working practices for all aspects of purchasing and the safe management of medicines.
Requirements
Candidates should possess a B.Pharm qualification.