Pharmacist - Job DescriptionJob Summary

The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications accurately, ensuring safe and effective use of drugs, counseling patients, and maintaining compliance with pharmacy laws and hospital/retail policies.

Key Responsibilities
- Dispense prescription medications accurately as per doctor’s orders
- Review prescriptions for correctness, dosage, interactions, and allergies
- Counsel patients on proper medication use, side effects, and precautions
- Maintain proper storage conditions for medicines (temperature, expiry, batch tracking)
- Manage inventory, stock levels, and expiry checks
- Ensure compliance with Pharmacy Act, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, and hospital policies
- Maintain pharmacy records, billing, and documentation
- Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and healthcare staff
- Handle narcotic and controlled drugs as per legal guidelines
- Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the pharmacy

Qualifications
- D.Pharm / B.Pharm / M.Pharm




- Registered with State Pharmacy Council
- Valid license to practice

Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of medicines and formulations
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and patient counseling skills
- Basic computer knowledge (billing software, hospital systems)
- Ethical and professional conduct

Experience
- Fresher or experienced (as per requirement)
- Hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred

Work Location
- Hospital / Clinic / Retail Pharmacy

Working Hours
- Full time / Shift-based

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Pay: ₹18,619.77 - ₹24,605.84 per month

Benefits:
- Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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