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Pharmacist

Athulya assisted living · Chennai
Pay₹15,000–25,000a month, as listed
WhereChennaiTamil Nadu
TypeFull time
Posted6 Oct15 days ago, via SimplyHired
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No fee, deposit or pay-to-apply signs
Day work
No vehicle or licence needed
Skills they list49 named
Collaborate with healthcare professionalsHealthcare logisticsRecord-keepingMedication reconciliationPharmacologyExpiry date monitoringClinical record keepingPatient monitoringCompliance record maintenancePackingDigital register maintenanceProcess optimisationOperations coordinationInfection controlCompliance audits and assessmentsWorking with geriatric patientsCross-departmental liaisonWorking with seniorsQuality control auditPatient safetyPharmaciesRegulatory compliance monitoringImplementing patient education initiativesStakeholder coordinationContinuous improvementPrescription verificationQuality improvementQuality compliance managementInfection prevention and control standardsInfection control (hygiene practices)Supply inventory managementLogistics inventory managementExpired drug monitoringPatient interactionMultidisciplinary collaborationQuality auditsStock replenishmentInfection prevention protocolsDocumentation handlingClient educationDocumentation reviewBillingGeriatricsTeam coordinationSafety protocol implementationCross-functional communicationAudit supportPatient family supportMultidisciplinary team collaboration
About this job

Key Responsibilities

Medication Management & Dispensing

Dispense medications accurately for residents as per physician prescriptions.

Review medication charts for dosage accuracy, drug interactions, duplications, and contraindications.

Support unit-dose dispensing, medication carts, and resident-specific medication packing where applicable.

Ensure timely medication availability for routine, PRN, and emergency requirements.

Clinical Pharmacy & Therapy Monitoring

Monitor ongoing drug therapies, especially for chronic conditions common in geriatric and long-term care populations.

Identify and escalate adverse drug reactions, side effects, and medication errors.

Provide medication-related inputs to doctors, nurses, and care teams during rounds or care reviews.

Support deprescribing and medication optimization initiatives for senior residents.

Resident, Family & Caregiver Education

Counsel residents, family and Nurses/caretaker on medication usage, dosage schedules, and precautions.

Educate nursing staff on medication administration protocols, storage, and safety.

Promote medication adherence and awareness in assisted living and LTC settings.

Pharmacy Operations & Inventory Control

Maintain accurate inventory of medications, including controlled drugs and emergency stocks.

Track expiry, batch numbers, and recalls; ensure removal of expired or damaged medicines.

Coordinate with procurement for timely replenishment and stock optimization.

Maintain medication storage standards including temperature, segregation, and security.

Documentation, Compliance & Audit Readiness

Maintain complete and accurate medication records for residents.

Ensure compliance with Drug & Cosmetics Act, narcotics regulations, and internal policies.

Support NABH / internal audits, inspections, and quality assessments.

Maintain controlled substance registers and statutory documentation.

Interdepartmental Coordination

Coordinate with nursing, medical, operations, and finance teams for medication usage, billing, and reconciliation.

Support smooth medication transitions during admission, transfer, and discharge.

Communicate medication availability and changes proactively to care teams.

Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement

Ensure pharmacy hygiene, infection control, and safe working practices.

Participate in medication safety committees, audits, and incident reviews.

Support implementation of pharmacy software, EMR integration, and process improvements.

Pay
₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Work Location
In person

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