Outpatient Pharmacist

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Reviews, interprets, clarifies doctor’s medications orders and verifies all orders doses, duration and checks for potential drug-to-drug interaction and clinical indication. Communicates with ordering doctor in case of any ambiguity or concern.
• Oversees the preparation of the verified medications, performs double-checking and review of proper labeling for the prepared medications and then dispenses.
• Calculates the amount of the drug product to dispense for a prescription based upon body weight and patient age.
• Performs computer entry of outside prescriptions or orders into CPOE of Fakeeh Care HIS before dispensing.
• Ensures prompt and timely calling of patients to dispensing windows and aims at reducing patients waiting time to the minimum possible.
• Counsels the patients and caregivers on the proper & safe use of medication, storage, and interactions, etc.
• Follows all medication safety procedures when dispensing medications.
• Maintains inventory control & security of all drugs, record keeping and secured storage of narcotics and controlled medications.
• Identifies and appropriately handles the nearly expired medications according to Fakeeh Care policies and NEVER dispenses a medication beyond its expiry date.
• Properly completes charging of patients for dispensed medications.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper storage & handling of hazardous materials found in her/him workplace, as well as first aid measures necessary for accidental exposure.
• Demonstrates knowledge & skills in utilizing formulary, identifications of generic substitution, indication and the role of deductible limits and application of prescription quantity limitations.
• Practices and fully complies with current infection prevention and control standards when handling medications and preparing IV and TPN formulas.
• Contributes to training and induction orientation for newly hired pharmacists and students and trainees.
• Demonstrates knowledge of commonly used over the counter (OTC) drugs.
• Reports to pharmacy supervisor/ manager and enters on OVR any encountered medication error or ADR.
• Attends continuing education programs to maintain expertise in pharmacy and required licensure.
• Ensures Enrollment in continuous education program regarding medication management practices, high risk medications, medication errors and others.
• Educates patients and their families about health conditions, treatments and preventative measures if applicable.
• All Fakeeh Care employees are responsible for continuous improvement, including:
• Performing all duties and tasks in a manner that supports Fakeeh’s Person-Centered care values.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, within the scope of the role.
• Adherence to safety protocols and proactively seeking to address any job-related safety concerns.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all sensitive information accessed or encountered during work.
• Complying with cybersecurity policies and standards to protect Fakeeh’s systems and participating in awareness training and initiatives to prevent cyber threats.
• Adhering to and upholding Fakeeh Care’s code of conduct, policies and ethical standards.
• Completion of mandatory education as per the requirement, at least one month prior to expiration.

Skills and Abilities

• Competent computer skills with software applications to include Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Actively strive to upgrade professional skills through engaging in appropriate professional training and experience.

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