Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama (Charitable Hospital), Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

Position: Pharmacist – Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) & Static Medical Unit (SMU)Job Details

- Department: VIMS
- Project: Creating Access for Primary Care in the State of Uttar Pradesh (in collaboration with Tata Trusts)
- Duty Station: Vrindavan, Mathura and designated outreach locations
- Employment Type: Contractual
- Remuneration: As per organisational policy and approved budget
- Reporting To: Medical Officer / Programme Manager
- Working Schedule: As per approved MMU and SMU operational schedule
- Travel Requirement: As required within the assigned service area

Job Summary The Pharmacist will be responsible for managing the procurement, storage, dispensing and distribution of medicines and medical supplies for the Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) and Static Medical Units (SMUs). The position involves ensuring the availability of essential medicines, dispensing medicines as prescribed by authorised medical practitioners, maintaining accurate stock and dispensing records, and ensuring compliance with applicable pharmaceutical regulations and project guidelines.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Dispensing and Patient Care

- Dispense medicines as prescribed by the Medical Officer or other authorised medical practitioners.
- Explain dosage, frequency, duration and method of administration to patients.
- Provide appropriate guidance regarding medicine use, storage and precautions.
- Ensure accurate dispensing and prevent medication errors.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and provide courteous assistance to beneficiaries.

B. Medicine Stock and Inventory Management

- Maintain adequate stocks of essential medicines and medical supplies for MMUs and SMUs.
- Monitor stock levels, expiry dates and storage conditions.
- Maintain proper records of medicine receipts, issues, dispensing and balances.
- Ensure timely indenting and replenishment of medicines.
- Identify and report expired, damaged or near-expiry medicines.
- Follow the First Expiry First Out (FEFO) principle while issuing medicines.

C. Storage and Quality Control





- Ensure proper storage of medicines in accordance with prescribed temperature and other storage requirements.
- Maintain cold-chain conditions for medicines requiring refrigeration.
- Monitor and maintain medicine storage areas.
- Ensure safe handling and disposal of expired or damaged medicines in accordance with applicable guidelines.

D. MMU and Community Healthcare Support

- Support the Medical Officer and nursing staff in the smooth functioning of MMU and SMU services.
- Ensure the availability of prescribed medicines during village outreach programmes and medical camps.
- Assist in medicine-related health awareness and patient counselling.
- Coordinate with the healthcare team to ensure uninterrupted medicine availability.
- Support the implementation of primary healthcare and community outreach activities.

E. Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain medicine stock registers, dispensing registers, purchase records and other relevant documentation.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly medicine consumption and stock reports.
- Maintain batch numbers, expiry dates and other relevant medicine details.
- Update inventory information in prescribed registers or digital reporting systems.
- Report shortages, discrepancies and unusual medicine consumption to the designated authority.

F. Compliance and Professional Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with applicable pharmacy laws, regulations and institutional policies.
- Follow standard procedures for medicine dispensing and storage.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of medicine storage areas.
- Adhere to infection prevention, patient safety and biomedical waste management protocols.
- Perform other relevant duties assigned by the Programme Manager or authorised supervisor.

Educational Qualifications
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognised institution.




- Valid registration with the State Pharmacy Council.
- Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with medicine inventory management will be an advantage.

Experience
- Preferably 1–3 years of experience in hospital pharmacy, community pharmacy or healthcare services.
- Experience in medicine inventory management, dispensing and stock maintenance will be preferred.
- Fresh candidates with valid pharmacy registration may also be considered.

Essential Skills and Competencies
- Good knowledge of medicines, dosage forms and dispensing practices.
- Knowledge of medicine storage, inventory management and stock control.
- Understanding of FEFO and FIFO principles.
- Good communication and patient counselling skills.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with digital reporting systems.
- Accuracy, attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work in rural and resource-limited settings.
- Willingness to travel regularly with the MMU when required.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of medicine dispensing and patient instructions.
- Proper maintenance of medicine stock and dispensing records.
- Timely replenishment and availability of essential medicines.
- Effective monitoring of expiry dates and storage conditions.
- Compliance with pharmacy regulations and institutional protocols.
- Accuracy and timely submission of stock and consumption reports.
- Prevention of medicine wastage and stock discrepancies.
- Effective coordination with the Medical Officer and other MMU team members.

Expected Outcomes
- Uninterrupted availability of essential medicines at MMUs and SMUs.
- Safe and accurate dispensing of prescribed medicines.
- Proper storage and inventory management.
- Reduced medicine wastage and expiry-related losses.
- Improved access to essential medicines for underserved communities.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection process. Job Type: Full time

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Language

- Hindi (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

📌 Pharmacist – Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) & Static Medical Unit (SMU)
🏢 Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama Charitable Hospital
📍 Vrindavan