Job Description

1. Medication Dispensing and Counseling

• Dispense prescription and over-the-counter medications accurately while adhering to Dubai Health Authority (DHA) regulations.
• Counsel patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and interactions, ensuring they understand the treatment plan.
• Provide personalized advice for chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, and offer lifestyle recommendations to optimize health.

2. Medication Safety and Quality Assurance

• Ensure that all medications are stored properly according to DHA standards.
• Monitor expiration dates and handle the disposal of expired or unused medications in compliance with local regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, controlled substances, and inventory.

3. Clinical Support and Collaboration

• Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes, especially for complex cases or patients on multiple medications.
• Participate in medication therapy management (MTM) programs to review patients' medications, adjust dosages, and avoid drug interactions.
• Provide therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) for specific medications when necessary.

4. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

• Comply with DHA guidelines, standards, and reporting requirements.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in pharmaceutical laws, including controlled substances, over-the-counter regulations, and patient confidentiality protocols.
• Report adverse drug reactions and participate in pharmacovigilance programs to contribute to medication safety.

5. Inventory Management and Stock Control

• Order, receive, and manage the stock of medications, ensuring that commonly prescribed medications are always available.
• Use inventory management software to track usage trends and prevent stockouts.
• Perform routine audits and manage the financial aspects of inventory, such as minimizing wastage and preventing losses.

6. Patient Education and Public Health Initiatives

• Conduct awareness campaigns on medication safety, preventive care, and disease management (e.g., vaccination, smoking cessation).
• Educate patients and the public about non-prescription products like supplements, herbal remedies, and vitamins.
• Support initiatives for promoting healthy lifestyles in line with UAE public health goals.

7. Continuous Learning and Professional Development

• Engage in continuous education to stay current with new medications, treatments, and best practices.
• Attend workshops, seminars, and courses as mandated by the DHA or relevant licensing bodies.
• Train and supervise pharmacy assistants, interns, and junior pharmacists to ensure high standards of practice.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• DHA licensure as a pharmacist in Dubai.
• Strong communication and counseling skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management and pharmacy software.
• Knowledge of integrative and complementary therapies is a plus, given the growing interest in holistic healthcare in Dubai.

Job Type: Full-time