Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist

Location: Pondicherry

Position Type: [Full-time]

Job Summary: The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing expert medication management and ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals in a clinical setting. This role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes, reviewing and managing medication therapy, and providing patient education on medication use.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medication Management:
• Review and assess medication orders for appropriateness, dosage, route, and timing.
• Monitor patient responses to medications and make necessary adjustments.
• Ensure proper medication administration and adherence.
• Patient Care:
• Conduct comprehensive medication reviews for patients.
• Provide recommendations on medication therapy based on clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Offer patient education regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and interactions.
• Collaborative Practice:
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Participate in patient care rounds and contribute to treatment decisions.
• Medication Safety:
• Identify and manage potential drug interactions, adverse effects, and contraindications.
• Report and analyze medication-related incidents and near-misses.
• Pharmacy Operations:
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of medication dispensing.
• Maintain and manage medication inventory and storage.
• Stay updated with the latest drug information and clinical guidelines.
• Education and Training:
• Provide training and guidance to pharmacy students, residents, and other healthcare staff.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain licensure and stay current with developments in the field.

Qualifications:

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid pharmacist license in [state/country].
• Experience: 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a thorough understanding of pharmacology and therapeutics.

Work Environment:

• This position may involve working in a hospital, clinic, or other healthcare settings.
• Some travel may be required for meetings or training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?40,000.00 - ?50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person