Job Description

1. PRESCRIPTION PROCESSING AND DISPENSING:


• Prescriptions will be processed and dispensed in compliance with applicable HAAD laws, rules, and regulations.
• Prescription labeling will provide an identifying number, date dispensed, patients' name, name or initials of the pharmacist, the name, address, days of treatment and the name, strength and quantity of the pharmaceutical products, and instructions for use.
• In the event the pharmacy receives a prescription for drug classified as ineffective, the pharmacist will contact the prescribing physician to change the prescription to an effective drug.
• Review the patient's health records and medication profile to assure appropriate drug therapy and to reduce the potential for complications and known adverse reactions.
• Provide the prescribers suggested alternative drug therapy plans when any of the above risks are identified.
• Individually counsel patients on the purpose and use of the prescribed medications, potential side effects, adverse reactions, and other related factors.

2. SUPERVISION OF ASSIGNED STAFF:


• Oversee the activities delegated to and/or assigned to the Pharmacy Technician/trainee.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Responsible for operations within the department to ensure that services are provided in a manner which meets all applicable regulatory licensure and accrediting regulations.
• Responsible for positive representation of facility and department services.
• Exemplifies personal conduct style which is reflected in an appropriate role.
• Upholds established professional standards.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with employees, medical staff, and others.
• Implement Quality Assurance measures in appropriate areas.
• Adheres to and supports facility policies, programs and activities.
• Responsible for communication within the Pharmacy department and with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre departments to ensure effective operations.
• Present a professional, caring image for the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre and its programs.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre staff and co-workers.
• Exceptional Customer service is a must.
• Responsible for personal development to ensure current knowledge in the profession.
• Perform any other job-related duties as specified by supervisor.
• Attend meetings and in-services and any other events as specified by immediate supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment.

3. IP PRESCRIPTIONS/MAR FORMS:


• The pharmacist should know how to read the MAR form
• Dispenses IP medicines based on MAR form
• Review mar form and check for any drug interaction or allergies.
• Signature of pharmacist who dispenses medication is important on MAR form is important

4. Expiry Checking/Handling


5. Medicines Information


• Participate in the answering enquiry of medicine, acting in accordance with HAAD standards of practice
6. Other Responsibilities


• Follow up with healthcare professionals within the facility for reporting AR/ME & AEFI & send any clarification, reconciliation to HAAD when necessary
• Identify and implement practices to improve the Pharmacovigilance reporting to HAAD
• Educate healthcare professionals on the importance and methods of reporting Adverse Reactions (AR), Medication Errors (ME) and adverse events following immunization (AEFI) to HAAD Pharmacovigilance program
• Receive reports on the reporting status of the facility
• Receive emails of alert/recall circulars and disseminate them to healthcare professionals and appropriate personnel within the facility
• To comply with the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre OSH Roles and Responsibilities applicable AD OSHMS Standards and applicable Legal Requirements.
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports
• Actively participate in the Medical Centre's on-going Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Programs and other In-Service Training Programs
• Act as a translator if needed
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Head of Department


1. PRESCRIPTION PROCESSING AND DISPENSING:


• Prescriptions will be processed and dispensed in compliance with applicable HAAD laws, rules, and regulations.
• Prescription labeling will provide an identifying number; date dispensed, patients' name, name or initials of the pharmacist, the name, address, days of treatment and the name, strength and quantity of the pharmaceutical products, and instructions for use.
• In the event the pharmacy receives a prescription for drug classified as ineffective, the pharmacist will contact the prescribing physician to change the prescription to an effective drug.
• Review the patient's health records and medication profile to assure appropriate drug therapy and to reduce the potential for complications and known adverse reactions.
• Provide the prescribers suggested alternative drug therapy plans when any of the above risks are identified.
• Individually counsel patients on the purpose and use of the prescribed medications, potential side effects, adverse reactions, and other related factors.

2. SUPERVISION OF ASSIGNED STAFF:


• Oversee the activities delegated to and/or assigned to the Pharmacy Technician/trainee.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Responsible for operations within the department to ensure that services are provided in a manner which meets all applicable regulatory licensure and accrediting regulations.
• Responsible for positive representation of facility and department services.
• Exemplifies personal conduct style which is reflected in an appropriate role.
• Upholds established professional standards.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with employees, medical staff, and others.
• Implement Quality Assurance measures in appropriate areas.
• Adheres to and supports facility policies, programs and activities.
• Responsible for communication within the Pharmacy department and with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre departments to ensure effective operations.
• Present a professional, caring image for the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre and its programs.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with other NMC Royal Family Medical Centre staff and co-workers.
• Exceptional Customer service is a must.
• Responsible for personal development to ensure current knowledge in the profession.
• Perform any other job-related duties as specified by supervisor.
• Attend meetings and in-services and any other events as specified by immediate supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment.

3. IP PRESCRIPTIONS/MAR FORMS:


• The pharmacist should know how to read the MAR form
• Dispenses IP medicines based on MAR form
• Review mar form and check for any drug interaction or allergies.
• Signature of pharmacist who dispenses medication is important on MAR form is important

4. Expiry Checking/Handling


5. Medicines Information


• Participate in the answering enquiry of medicine, acting in accordance with HAAD standards of practice
6. Other Responsibilities


• Follow up with healthcare professionals within the facility for reporting AR/ME & AEFI & send any clarification, reconciliation to HAAD when necessary
• Identify and implement practices to improve the Pharmacovigilance reporting to HAAD
• Educate healthcare professionals on the importance and methods of reporting Adverse Reactions (AR), Medication Errors (ME) and adverse events following immunization (AEFI) to HAAD Pharmacovigilance program
• Receive reports on the reporting status of the facility
• Receive emails of alert/recall circulars and disseminate them to healthcare professionals and appropriate personnel within the facility
• To comply with the NMC Royal Family Medical Centre OSH Roles and Responsibilities applicable AD OSHMS Standards and applicable Legal Requirements.
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports
• Actively participate in the Medical Centre's on-going Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Programs and other In-Service Training Programs
• Act as a translator if needed
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Head of Department


• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy/Equivalent
• Preferred certificate or post graduate diploma