Clinical Pharmacist

About the Role

Dallah Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to ensure the rational and effective use of medication. This full-time role involves dispensing medications, providing patient counseling, monitoring drug therapies, and offering drug information. The Clinical Pharmacist will also be responsible for implementing national and international standards within the pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with established procedures.
• Contact prescribers regarding unclear or problematic medication orders.
• Reconcile patient profiles and medication administration records.
• Transcribe orders into computerized patient medication profiles.
• Review drug therapy regimens for contraindications, therapeutic duplications, drug interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Promote appropriate, safe, and effective antibiotic use by reviewing patient records and regimens.
• Audit and review the use of prescribing and administration antibiotic guidelines.
• Communicate with healthcare providers to ensure optimal antibiotic selection and monitoring.
• Recommend evidence-based medication therapy regimens and monitoring plans.
• Detect and report suspected adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
• Review patient records to determine the appropriateness of medication therapy.
• Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.
• Advise on the correct administration of drugs and collaborate with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
• Provide drug information and assist in instructing nursing and medical staff.
• Perform inspections of nursing units and discuss service problems.
• Develop and coordinate the Quality Improvement Program within the area of responsibility.
• Participate in orientation, education, and training programs for pharmacy, medical, and nursing staff.
• Fulfill the requirement of 24-hour pharmacy service within the Pharmacy schedule.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and the Dress and Appearance Code.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: 2-5 years of proven experience as a Clinical Pharmacist. More than two years of experience in Residency training is desirable.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree as Pharm D from an accredited college of pharmacy is essential, along with a valid professional registration certificate. A Master or **** degree is desirable.

Professional Conduct

The Clinical Pharmacist is expected to serve as a role model and represent the department in a professional manner, maintaining a clean working environment and performing other applicable tasks as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager within their level of competence.