Pharmacist at Outsource Nigeria

Job Summary

• The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications accurately, counseling patients, managing pharmaceutical inventory, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting safe, effective use of drugs.
• The role requires strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities
Dispensing & Patient Counseling:

• Fill and dispense prescriptions accurately according to physician orders.
• Check for drug interactions, allergies, contraindications, and dosage accuracy.
• Provide clear, professional medication counseling to patients and caregivers.
• Educate patients on drug usage, side effects, storage, and adherence.

Clinical & Professional Duties:

• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses on medication therapy management.
• Monitor and report adverse drug reactions (ADR) and other medication issues.
• Prepare extemporaneous compounds when necessary.

Inventory & Supply Management:

• Manage stock levels to ensure the availability of essential drugs.
• Conduct stock checks, expiry monitoring, and ensure proper drug storage conditions.
• Maintain records for controlled substances in line with regulations.
• Submit timely requisitions for medication replenishment.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure full compliance with pharmacy laws, drug control regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and inspections.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and good pharmacy practice (GPP).
• Ensure proper disposal of expired or damaged medications.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate billing, sales records, and prescription logs.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Provide support in policy development and operational improvements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm or PharmD).
• Valid license from the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) or relevant body.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in a clinical or retail pharmacy (or specify).
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, drug therapy, and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in pharmacy management systems (if applicable).

Key Competencies:

• Strong pharmaceutical knowledge
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation
• Ethical judgment and professionalism
• Time management and multitasking
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure

Working Conditions:

• May involve shift work, weekends, or extended hours (depending on workplace).
• Frequent interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Must adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.

Salary
N190,000 - N210,000 Monthly.