Pharmacist at Lily Hospitals Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Pharmacist to join our team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications while providing quality pharmaceutical care to patients.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and safely in accordance with approved prescriptions and professional standards.
• Review prescriptions for appropriateness, potential drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications.
• Provide patients with appropriate information and counselling on the use, dosage, and possible side effects of medications.
• Monitor medication therapy and identify potential medication-related problems.
• Maintain accurate records of medications dispensed and pharmaceutical interventions.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory control of medicines and other pharmaceutical products.
• Monitor medication expiry dates and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient care.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, professional, and organisational standards.
• Participate in quality improvement, clinical audits, and other pharmacy-related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Pharmacy or Management.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) from a recognised institution.
• Must be duly registered with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN).
• Possession of a current practicing licence is required.

Experience:

• 1 – 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting.
• Experience in medication dispensing, patient counselling, inventory management, and clinical pharmacy practice is an added advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Must demonstrate high ethical and professional standards.
• Must be patient-focused, reliable, and accountable.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, where required.
• Candidates must be willing to work in Benin City, Edo State.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and medication management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Good patient-care and counselling skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant pharmacy/hospital management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain professionalism.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Other benefits as applicable to the organisation.