Senior Clinical Pharmacologist

Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad

Continental Hospital is a JCI and NABH accredited facility offering multi-specialty, tertiary, and quaternary care services with more than 56 specialties, the healthcare institution is spread across 18 floors (1.4 million sq. ft), located in the IT and Financial District of Hyderabad, Gachibowli.

Continental Hospitals was founded by Dr Guru N Reddy in April 2013 to redefine healthcare in India by providing quality patient care with integrity, transparency, a collaborative approach, and evidence-based medicine

Continental Hospitals, India’s first LEED qualified super specialty hospital is built on international standards and is designed to enhance the healing spaces with natural ventilation, safety, and privacy. The hospital has incorporated the safest standards in the world including fire, water resources, sanitation, and internal transportation systems.

Continental Hospitals has a special health check lounge and a dedicated area for international patients, state-of-the-art facilities and medical equipment, as well as the latest communication and information technology.

Key specialties include Gastroenterology, Oncology, Orthopedics, Neuroscience, Cardiology, and Multi-organ Transplants. Our proactive team of highly experienced doctors, nurses, and staff ensures that we deliver the highest standard of personalized care to our patients at all times.

Job Title:

Senior Clinical Pharmacologist

Department:

Clinical Pharmacy Services / Pharmacy & Therapeutics

Location:

Continental Hospitals, Financial Distt, Nanakramguda

Role Summary:

Clinical Pharmacologist

Key Responsibilities:

Medication Safety:

• Implement and monitor medication safety protocols to reduce errors and enhance patient safety.

Medication Reconciliation:

• Conduct thorough medication reconciliation during patient admission, transfer, and discharge to avoid discrepancies.

Medication Therapy Management (MTM):

• Evaluate and optimize medication regimens in collaboration with physicians to ensure therapeutic effectiveness and minimize risks.

Adverse Drug Event (ADE) Reporting:

• Identify, document, and report adverse drug reactions and medication errors per hospital and regulatory protocols.

Medication Management:

• Oversee appropriate storage, usage, and administration of drugs across clinical departments in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring:

• Monitor and adjust dosages for high-risk medications (e.g., antibiotics, anticoagulants) based on pharmacokinetic and lab data.

Prescription Auditing:

• Audit prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, interactions, and compliance with hospital formulary and guidelines.

Drug Dose Calculations:

• Ensure correct dosage calculations, especially for pediatric, geriatric, renal, and critical care patients.

Protocol Development:

• Participate in the development and review of drug use protocols, clinical pathways, and standard treatment guidelines.

Case & Seminar Presentations:

• Prepare and deliver case studies, clinical reviews, and seminars to enhance pharmacy and interdisciplinary knowledge.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:

  M. Pharm / Pharm. D (Doctor of Pharmacy)

• Experience:

  Minimum 8 years of experience in a clinical pharmacy role within a multispecialty hospital

• Licensure:

  Registered with State Pharmacy Council

Key Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of pharmacology, clinical therapeutics, and drug interactions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Commitment to patient-centered care and interdepartmental collaboration
• Familiarity with EMR systems and pharmacy informatics tools

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification in Clinical Pharmacy Practice / Pharmacovigilance
• Advanced training in MTM or Medication Safety (preferred)