Description

Job Description

Basic Purpose of Role

To support the safe, accurate, and efficient preparation, dispensing, and distribution of medications to inpatients under the supervision of licensed pharmacists, ensuring compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

Medication Preparation and Dispensing

• Accurately prepare and dispense medications as per prescriptions.
• Compound medications, including elixirs and ointments, using standardized recipes.
• Prepare sterile medications, including those used in chemotherapy.

Inventory Management

• Maintain adequate drug supplies by assessing PAR levels and reorder points.
• Work with drug wholesalers and pharmaceutical companies to procure medications.
• Address drug and supply shortages.

Patient Interaction

• Obtain and verify patient medication histories.
• Assist in medication reconciliation processes.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the management of investigational drug studies.

Technology and Automation

• Operate pharmacy automation systems for medication dispensing.
• Maintain accurate patient records and medication orders using technology.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmacy program (minimum two (2) years course duration)

Required Skills

• Two (2) years of experience post qualification in related field