Hospital Pharmacist

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Medical Institution
Full Time
₹2.8 Lakhs - ₹4.2 Lakhs
Chennai
Posted 52m ago

Hospital Pharmacist

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Medical Institution

Job description

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Medical Institution is employing a Pharmacist at Pallikaranai, South Chennai. This is a wonderful career opportunity for fresh D.Pharm and B.Pharm graduates.

Company Description 

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Medical Institution is a 300-bed tertiary healthcare facility located at Pallikaranai, South Chennai. The hospital is recognized as a national leader in treating cancer and heart problems. Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital employs internationally trained healthcare professionals and uses advanced technology to deliver around-the-clock services to patients. The hospital is committed to providing excellent and holistic service to the patients.

Job Summary 

The profile is of a pharmacist at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Pallikaranai. The pharmacist will be required to dispense medicines in a timely manner, thoroughly review the prescriptions, and provide proper and clear counselling to the patients. The duties also include managing inventory and working with the vendor in accordance with NABH and other pharmacy regulations. The pharmacist will work along with the doctors and nurses in case of any inquiries regarding medications. Freshers as well as applicants with an experience of 1 to 5 years are welcome.

Key Responsibilities

  • Accurately dispense medication in accordance with the legal prescriptions.

  • Check to make sure that the prescription in hand is complete and formulated at the needed dosage, with no interactions and no contraindications with the use of drugs.

  • Provide counseling on medicines to patients.

  • Ensure that the dispensing and registration of all medication and controlled drugs comply with the legislation.

  • Store the medications in proper conditions, such as labeling and marking.

  • Almost all medications should be carefully received from the supplier.

  • Participate in stocktaking and check control.

  • Comply with the standards established by NABH, the Pharmacy Act, and the Drugs and Cosmetics.

  • Communicate with health professionals regarding medications.

  • Report the side effects of medications and mistakes while dispensing medications.

  • Keep the pharmacy tidy and organized.

  • Complete appropriate paperwork and submit timely reports as related to pharma work.

  • Take part in the enhancement of the services provided and programs targeted at the protection of patients.

Educational Qualification 

  • A Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) is mandatory for this role.

  • A valid State Pharmacy Council registration is also required.

  • Freshers and candidates with 1 to 5 years of hospital or retail pharmacy experience are preferred.

Skills Required 

  • Provide drug dispensing according to the legal prescriptions.

  • Make sure that the prescription in hand is complete and prepared in the right quantities of dose and shows no interaction with the use of medicines.

  • Offer advice on the drugs supplied to the patients.

  • Make sure that the dispensing and recording of drugs are done in accordance with the law.

  • Store medicines properly, that is, labeled and signed.

  • Watch the expiry date of the drugs and remove expired or damaged medicines.

  • Maintain a proper quantity of medicines with you and report the pharmacy purchases when necessary.

  • Most of the medicines should be brought from the suppliers in a careful manner.

  • Participate in stock receiving and controlling the medicines.

  • Follow the requirements of the NABH, Pharmacy Act, and Drugs and Cosmetics Acts.

  • Communicate with health care professionals who work with medicines.

  • Report side effects of medicines and errors during their dispensing.

  • Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy. Fill in all the necessary documents and do reports on time.

Salary Structure 

The average salary for a pharmacist at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2.8 Lakh to ₹4.2 Lakhs per year, depending on your experience and specific job duties.

Career Development 

This role gives strong hands-on experience in hospital pharmacy, compliance, and patient care coordination at a nationally recognized institution. It can help build a path toward senior pharmacist or pharmacy management roles over time.

How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for the Hospital Pharmacist role at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital.

  • Click the job listing and read through the full details.

  • Fill in your profile and upload your latest resume.

  • Submit your application.

Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Pharmacy
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Associate Degree

Key Skills

Pharmacy

Market insights & trends

Salary Insights

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Hiring Trends

The number of jobs for this profile is going up every year. Hospitals and other healthcare companies are looking for people who're good, at their job and can also figure out new problems. They want who can do the work and also think on their feet to deal with the challenges of working in healthcare today.

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