Locum Pharmacist

Bulawayo, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Part Time

Experienced

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Pharmacist is responsible for the administration and coordination of the Pharmacy department. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the safe, appropriate, and cost-effective use of medicines in the hospital for patients who are unable to pay, those whose care is subsidized, and those who are private patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Interpret physicians’ orders, and check, verify, compound, and dispense medicines.
Counsel patients on the side effects, dosage, and route of administration of their drug treatments.
Maintain effective communication with patients and their relatives.
Respond to medication-related queries from within the hospital and from patients and their relatives.
Prepare and maintain quality checks on sterile medications under aseptic conditions.
Dispense and distribute drugs and medicines for patients in an accurate and timely manner.
Assist with the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical matters.
Monitor the supply of medicines regularly, re-order as needed, and coordinate with suppliers on the replacement of near-expiry medicines.
Ensure that medicines are stored appropriately and securely to maintain freshness and potency.
Manage medication errors and support the drug utilization information system.
Teach and train other staff members as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from a qualified, recognised institution.
Certificate/License Required: Current license from PRC
Minimum Experience Required: 3 years’ experience working in a hospital pharmacy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of pharmacy
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment
Ability to handle multiple tasks, establish priorities, and work independently
Ability to handle confidential documents in an appropriate manner

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