Pharmacist

ob Profile: Hospital Pharmacist

Hospital Name: Palghar Criticare and Nursing Home
Job Title: Hospital Pharmacist
Department: Pharmacy
Reports To: Hospital Administrator
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Palghar

Job Summary

The Hospital Pharmacist at Palghar Criticare and Nursing Home is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and lawful dispensing of medications to inpatients and outpatients. The role involves maintaining accurate medication records, managing pharmacy inventory, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescribed medications accurately to inpatients and outpatients.
• Review prescriptions for accuracy, dosage, interactions, and contraindications.
• Maintain proper storage conditions for medicines, including cold-chain items.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely procurement of medicines and consumables.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory, batch tracking, and expiry monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Drugs and Cosmetics Act, hospital policies, and NABH standards (if applicable).
• Counsel patients on medication usage, dosage, side effects, and precautions.
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and hospital staff for medication-related queries.
• Maintain daily pharmacy records, billing coordination, and statutory registers.
• Handle emergency drug requirements efficiently.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and organization of the pharmacy area.
• Report adverse drug reactions (ADR) and medication errors as per protocol.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree/Diploma: B.Pharm / D.Pharm (Mandatory)
• Registration: Registered with State Pharmacy Council
• Experience:
• Freshers or
• 1–3 years of experience in a hospital pharmacy preferred
• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations and drug management systems.
• Familiarity with generic and branded medicines.
• Basic computer skills and pharmacy software knowledge preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in shifts and under pressure
• Ethical practice and patient-focused approach
• Inventory and time management skills
• Team-oriented mindset

Working Conditions

• Rotational shifts, including night duties if required
• Standing for extended periods
• Handling emergency and critical-care medication demands

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary as per hospital norms and experience
• Statutory benefits as applicable
• Professional and supportive work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person