Clinical Pharmacist

QUALIFICATION:

• Pharm (Pharmacology / Clinical Pharmacy) / Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D)

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 – 2 years

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care & Clinical Services

• Review and evaluate medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential interactions.
• Monitor patient responses to prescribed drug therapies and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Participate in ward rounds and clinical case discussions with medical teams.
• Counsel patients and caregivers on the use of medications, side effects, and adherence.
• Support medication reconciliation during patient admission, transfer, and discharge.

Drug Therapy Management

• Monitor therapeutic drug levels and adjust dosages accordingly.
• Implement pharmacovigilance protocols and report adverse drug reactions (ADRs).
• Recommend appropriate drug alternatives based on patient condition, cost, and formulary.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a resource for physicians and nurses regarding medication information.
• Communicate any changes in medication regimens clearly to the healthcare team.
• Coordinate with the pharmacy department for timely medication supply and formulary updates.

Medication Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with national guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in drug audits, inventory checks, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote antimicrobial stewardship and monitor antibiotic usage.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of interventions, ADRs, and therapeutic outcomes.
• Contribute to clinical documentation in patient medical records.
• Assist in compiling data for hospital committees (e.g., Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee).

Training & Education

• Educate interns, pharmacy students, and hospital staff on drug-related topics.
• Participate in continuing education and stay updated on recent advances in clinical pharmacy.
• Any other work/responsibility assigned by the HOD/Management in the course of business/work whether within the same unit/dept or any other unit/dept from time to time.