major roles and responsibilities
medication therapy management (mtm)
assess and optimize patients’ medication regimens.
ensure medications are appropriate, effective, and safe.
patient counseling
educate patients on proper medication use, side effects, and adherence.
address patient concerns regarding drug therapies.
clinical rounds participation
collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams during hospital rounds.
provide expert recommendations on drug selection, dosing, and administration.
monitor drug effectiveness and safety
track patient response to medications.
detect and manage adverse drug reactions and interactions.
medication reconciliation
review and verify patient medication lists at transitions of care (admission, transfer, discharge).
prevent medication errors and omissions.
develop and implement protocols
create clinical guidelines and standard treatment protocols.
promote evidence-based prescribing.
antimicrobial stewardship
help optimize the use of antibiotics to combat resistance.
monitor infection trends and ensure proper antimicrobial use.
training and education
train pharmacy interns, residents, and healthcare staff.
stay updated on medical and pharmaceutical advancements.
documentation and reporting
maintain accurate records of interventions and therapy outcomes.
report adverse drug events and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
inventory and formulary management
recommend drugs for formulary inclusion or removal.
support cost-effective therapy without compromising patient care.