Pharmacist

at Apollo Medical Centre
Location Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Date Posted May 3, 2021
Category Health Care / Medical
Pharmacy
Job Type Full-time
Currency TZS

Description

About the job

Job Description

Lead the Pharmacy team to provide highest level of customer case and medication delivery system to our patients. Insures that safe medication practices are followed and local laws and regulations are followed in the provision of service. This position also supports Hospital Management Team (HMT) departmental leadership in identifying issues, concerns and trends within the workflow process that need to be addressed at a higher level resulting in optimal program performance and outcomes.

Responsibilities Include: 

  • Assure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies necessary for proper patient care.
  • Assure that the proper drug is dispensed to the correct patient for administration at the appropriate time, and that proper technique is used in the preparation of drugs
  • Audit and maintain accurate records for all controlled substances. Assure that all such drugs are stored and dispensed in compliance with regulatory bodies.
  • Conduct necessary meeting with pharmacy team members and/or health care team members to facilitate service changes/improvements.
  • Coordinate the daily activities of the pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in their area of practice/responsibility. Demonstrate a service orientation toward patients, staff and visitors.
  • Demonstrate the required attendance and punctuality as scheduled.
  • Develop workflow guidelines, policies and procedures, and other necessary tools (assignment sheets, scheduling, etc.) to maximize productivity and standardize practices in the department and/or practice area.
  • Maintain the financial accountability of the department
  • Participate in the education & training of present & future health care practitioners, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy residents, & pharmacy students.
  • Supervise the daily activities & assist in the training & education of pharmacy technicians & student interns if applicable. Provide feedback when appropriate.
  • Use computer skills to process patient medication orders/prescriptions and maintain all necessary patient information.
  • Work collaboratively with team members, other lead technicians, lead pharmacists and pharmacy managers to evaluate workflow and implement service ideas.
  • Performs related duties, as required.