Pharmacist

1. Medication Dispensing & Counseling: • Dispense medications accurately as per doctors prescriptions. • Counsel patients on dosage, side effects, storage, and adherence, especially for chronic conditions and post-discharge care. • Dispense medications for occupational health clients (e.g., post-medical checkups, vaccination drives).

2. Drug Inventory & Storage Management: • Maintain optimal stock levels; monitor expiry dates, storage conditions (e.g., cold chain for vaccines), and controlled drug logs. • Place timely orders and coordinate with vendors to prevent stockouts or overstocking. • Safely dispose of expired or damaged medications.

3. Compliance & Documentation: • Maintain records of narcotics, psychotropic drugs, and Schedule H/H1 drugs in compliance with Drugs and Cosmetics Act. • Ensure proper billing and documentation for all transactions. • Prepare reports for audits, regulatory inspections, and hospital accreditation.

4. Support to Clinical Staff: • Assist doctors and nurses with drug information and interactions. • Participate in medication reconciliation, especially during patient admission and discharge. • Ensure availability of emergency and crash cart medications.

5. Occupational Health Services: • Coordinate with occupational health teams to dispense medication post health screenings or pre-placement checks. • Maintain vaccine inventory for occupational health clients (e.g., Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Influenza). • Support mobile health units and on-site health camps organized for corporate clients.

6. Quality Assurance & Patient Safety: • Participate in quality initiatives such as prescription audits, ADR (Adverse Drug Reaction) monitoring, and rational drug use. • Educate patients and staff on high-alert medications and safe medication practices.