Inpatient Pharmacist

Job Description

The Inpatient Pharmacist is responsible for reviewing, preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications for hospitalised patients. The role requires practical experience in compounding pharmacy, ensuring medications are prepared accurately and safely according to prescriptions, clinical requirements, and established pharmacy standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate medication orders and prescriptions for inpatient patients.
• Prepare, compound, and dispense medications according to approved procedures.
• Ensure accuracy in medication calculations, preparation, labelling, and dispensing.
• Review medication dosages, interactions, contraindications, and potential adverse effects.
• Monitor medication therapy and support safe medication use.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication-related concerns.
• Maintain proper documentation of compounded medications and dispensing activities.
• Ensure appropriate medication storage, handling, and inventory management.
• Follow pharmacy policies, infection control procedures, and medication safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Valid professional pharmacy licence or eligibility, as applicable.
• Previous inpatient pharmacy experience.
• Practical experience in compounding pharmacy is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of medication preparation, dispensing, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.