core responsibilities and duties
the primary functions of a pharmacist include:
1. medication dispensing and safety
dispense prescription medications: accurately prepare and dispense prescription medications as ordered by physicians and other healthcare providers.
prescription verification: review and interpret prescriptions for accuracy, proper dosage, route, frequency, and duration.
drug utilization review (dur): screen prescriptions for potential issues such as:
drug interactions (with other medications, food, or supplements).
allergies.
dosage errors or appropriateness.
therapeutic duplication.
contraindications based on the patient's medical history.
compounding: prepare special formulations or mixtures (compounding) for patients with unique medication needs.
2. patient care and counseling
patient counseling: advise and educate patients on the proper use of their prescribed and over-the-counter (otc) medications, including:
dosage and administration instructions.
potential side effects and how to manage them.
storage requirements.
what to do if a dose is missed.
health services: administer immunizations (., flu shots), and conduct health and wellness screenings (., blood pressure or cholesterol checks).
medication therapy management (mtm): provide a comprehensive review of a patient's entire medication regimen to identify and resolve medication-related problems.
triage: advise patients on appropriate self-care and direct them to a physician or other healthcare provider when necessary.
3. collaboration and consultation
consult with healthcare providers: work closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to select the most appropriate drug therapy, adjust dosages, or suggest alternative medications.
provide drug information: serve as a source of authoritative drug information for patients and other healthcare professionals.
manage patient care: in clinical settings, pharmacists often participate in patient care rounds, conduct medication reconciliation (comparing active medications across care settings), and develop comprehensive medication treatment plans.
4. operational and administrative duties
inventory management: oversee and manage the pharmacy's stock of medications, including ordering, receiving, storing, and ensuring controlled substances are handled securely.
regulatory compliance: ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy and the dispensing of controlled substances.
supervision: supervise and direct the work of pharmacy technicians, interns, and other support staff.
record keeping: maintain accurate patient profiles, prescription records, and financial records.
0 - 1 Years
1 Openings
2.0 - 3.0 Lac/Yr
Face-to-Face interview
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