Total 17 Full-time pharmacist job vacancies in D18 Tampines, Pasir Ris

Join NUHS@Home, an innovative and transformative healthcare initiative at the National University Health System. We are looking for a forward-thinking Principal Clinical Pharmacist to play a key role in revolutionising patient care within our Hospital-at-Home program. This flexible role, available as full or part-time, allows you to practice at the top of your license, leveraging your expertise in pharmaceutical care and medication management to make an impact on patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend daily interdisciplinary rounds to collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans in a home-based hospital setting
• Conduct daily virtual ward rounds with the patients, driving innovation in pharmacological care and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Utilize your extensive knowledge of inpatient care to manage complex cases across a wide range of specialties
• Innovate and optimize medication regimens, enhancing patient adherence and minimising adverse effects, while contributing to the transformation of clinical care models
• Provide expert consultation on medication management, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficacy
• Engage in patient education, empowering patients with the knowledge they need to manage their therapies effectively at home
• Contribute to clinical governance, strategic planning, and the development and implementation of protocols and guidelines that will shape the future of hospital-at-home care at NUHS
• Embrace continuous learning and professional development opportunities, positioning yourself at the forefront of healthcare innovation

Clinical Practice also includes the following pharmacy duties:

• Provide general clinical pharmacy services to promote wellness and ensure optimization of medication therapy outcomes for patients, including ensuring accurate medication records, medication reconciliation, and ensuring medication adherence
• Identify and define patient-specific medical problems, recommend, implement and manage patient pharmacotherapy, review, counsel, dispense and/or supply medications as needed
• Provide ongoing monitoring and adjustment of patient's drug therapy, resolve and/or prevent patient's drug-related problems in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, work and/or consult with other health care providers to improve patient outcomes
• Promote and monitor for adherence to prescribing guidelines or drug use protocols.
• Provide professional advice and evidence-based drug information to patients and the health care team
• Work with patients, caregivers and other health care providers to ensure safe, cost-effective, timely distribution and quality use of medication that will best meet the patient's needs, achieve desired patient outcomes and assure continuity of services
• Communicate with patients and/or caregivers on a group or individual basis to ensure understanding of prescribed drugs, to resolve or prevent drug- related problems and to assure optimal patient cooperation in drug therapy
• Document clinical activities as defined in the competency development framework and/or department guidelines
• Lead and/or serve on departmental and/or institutional clinical practice committees and/or other relevant committees as assigned
• EducationIdentify, plan, implement and provide educational programs and training to entry level health care professionals and the public
  Plan and contribute to the development or publication of high quality patient education materials and articles targeted at general professional education
  Lead the development and implementation of pharmacy professional standards, competency framework and/or assessments for future clinical pharmacists for this ACP telehealth service
  Lead and contribute to the continuing professional development strategy
  
• ResearchLead, initiate and participate in clinical research independently or in collaboration with other health care disciplines
  Publish scientific papers in peer reviewed journals and/or present findings at key local or overseas scientific meetings
  

Secondary Duties (10%)

• Lead and contribute to the review and evaluation of services, policies and processes, and identify and implement medication safety and quality improvements initiatives to ensure optimal outcomes under NUHS@Home
• Participates in and/or undertakes responsibility for projects and activities which supports the goals of the department and organisation at department or institution level
• Maintain and up-to-date professional portfolio
• Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Possess MSc (Clinical Pharmacy) or Pharm D or Board Certification
• Completion of a Collaborative Prescribing Course within last 2 years
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical experience (ideally in inpatient care)
• Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council
• Possess extensive and current knowledge of pharmaceuticals, clinical practice guidelines and protocols
• Possess strong leadership qualities
• Possess good supervisory, negotiation and managerial skills
• Excellent clinical pharmacy and evidence-based medicine knowledge and skills
• Excellent clinical problem solving, judgment and decision making skills
• Excellent knowledge of drug information research tools, clinical research methodologies and outcomes evaluation
• Excellent listening and communication skills, with the ability to educate and engage patients, and work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team. Ability to speak in a second language in addition to English will be helpful.
• Passion for transforming traditional healthcare models through innovative care delivery

Join Siena Health as a Pharmacist!

Professional Services

- Accurate dispensing of medicine to right patient including the preparation, labelling and dispensing of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with physicians’ prescriptions

- Identify, assess and resolve any drug-related problems

- Provide counseling services

- Provide drug information and advice to healthcare professionals and the community

- Provide quality customer service

- Provide minor ailment and health promotion advice

Training and Development (others)

- Provide guidance to pharmacy and pharmacy technician students on attachment

- Conduct training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills of team members

Training and Development (self)

- Fulfill all requirements as stipulated by organization and SPC for pre-registration training

- Attend regular PSS pre-registration training sessions

- Complete assignments in a timely manner

- Keep up to date with readings

Personal attributes

- Initiative, drive and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

- Team-oriented

- Good communication skills

Working Hours

5.5 days' work week (Non-shift)

Working Location

National University Polyclinics (NUP) - West Region

Overview

Reporting to the Pharmacy Section In-Charge, you will help provide safe, efficient and timely distribution (dispensing) of drugs in NUH. You will coordinate activities in your area of purview to be in line with the objectives of the pharmacy department.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the following:

· Review written order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to determine the drug needs of the patient, ensuring that overdoses have not been prescribed, that no toxic reactions will result from administration to the patient and that all drug orders are specific (contact physicians as necessary to review ambiguous or illegible prescriptions)

· Fill prescriptions as ordered by attending physician by:

I. Filling bottles, packaging material, dosage form and other packaging forms with measured amounts of medication in accordance with prescription specifications

II. Documenting supplies used and labelling containers (including directions for use)

· Supervise the compounding and/or dispensing of medication (unit dose, intravenous admixtures, investigational drugs and outpatient prescriptions)

· Explain directions for prescription use (drug therapy) to patients

· Monitor response of patient to prescribed drug therapy

· Make recommendations about appropriate drug therapy to doctors

· Carry out medication reconciliation when appropriate

· Report adverse drug reactions encountered by patients

· Provide information to other health professionals

· Ensure patients receive their medicines correctly in a timely manner

· Informs prescribers of any drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindications

· Maintains a shelf inventory of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring that storage is in accordance with security, environmental and product shelf life parameters

· Implement and adhere to the policies, practices and regulations established by the Pharmacy Department, various NUH management committees and outside regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy

· Perform inspections of drug storage areas throughout the hospital and performs other job-related duties as assigned

· Treat each patient, visitor and employee with compassion, courtesy and tact

· Assist in acquisition of special items for patients with approval from senior pharmacist

· Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

· Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college by Singapore Pharmacy Council.

· Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

· Able to work independently and in a team.

· Good listening and communication skills.

· Possess basic supervisory and management skills

· Flexibility to work on weekends/public holidays occasionally.

Interested applicants are invited to email a detailed resume stating your current and expected salary and your preference towards an inpatient or outpatient role to [email protected].

Please indicate in the subject title as: "Applying for position of Senior/Pharmacist, (Contract)”.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are seeking individuals who strive to provide patient care with passion and empathy, and who will continuously seek out opportunities to improve patient safety and care, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

A. Professional Practice

• Provide pharmaceutical care, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team in various clinical settings, including outpatient, inpatient, ambulatory care and community settings.
• Recommend and monitor drug therapy to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide drug information to other healthcare professional and patients.
• Identify, resolve and prevent drug-related problems.
• Duties include: dispensing and educating patients on their medications, medication review and reconciliation, therapeutic interventions and recommendations, multidisciplinary rounds, running ambulatory care clinics and collaborative prescribing for qualified persons.

B. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement

• Organize and supervise dispensing of medication and fee collection at Pharmacy according to protocols and legal requirements.
• Organize and supervise inventory management.
• Supervise and develop pharmacy staff.
• Analyse information, and work with team members and other healthcare professionals to drive clinical and quality improvement e.g. involvement in Innovation (data analytics, automation), Quality Improvement or Patient Safety Projects.
• Assist in preparation and review of clinical and operational procedures.
• Ensure pharmacy policies and procedures are implemented consistently.

C. Education, Training, Development and Research

• Participate in pharmacy education, research, personal and leadership development and professional society activities.
• Provide training for interns, pharmacy students, pre-registration Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Provide in-service programmes for pharmacy personnel and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide public education and health prevention outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Preferably 1 year of experience in hospital or retail environment.
• Strong oral and writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Us

Siena Health is an integrated healthcare company that focuses on making quality healthcare accessible and simple for all. We have thousands of satisfied customers and are pleased to be one of the highest-rated digital healthcare platforms.

Job Description

At Siena Health, the Product Development Executive is responsible for identifying and discovering products that bring benefits to our customers in all aspects of health, skincare and haircare. You will be involved with sourcing and also helping to develop products for us. You will work with operations and closely with counterpart suppliers and the marketing team.

Key Role and Responsibilities

The Product Development Executive will need to be in the know about market trends, consumer insights, and commercial viability of products and is always ready to discover unique products to expand our existing product line. You need to be passionate about supplements and know the difference between magnesium oxide and magnesium glycinate. You're also an outstanding project team player who is able to manage and coordinate our suppliers and marketing team to prioritize and launch products on schedule and within specifications.

You will be playing an active role:

• To maintain a master sourcing list to track potential and existing suppliers comparing lead time, cost, quality, and other specifications.
• To service and develop relationships with existing and potential suppliers.
• To be familiar with the regulatory requirements of products to launch in different markets.
• To relentlessly follow up with suppliers and counterparts, ensure datelines are met and take initiative at work.
• To maintain and check product documentation (ie: Certificate of Analysis, Material Safety Data Sheet, Final Artwork, etc.)
• To handle the procurement of medication, raw materials, packaging material, etc.
• To source for shipping logistics based on budget and lead time available.
• To lead research and generate technical product information for sales & marketing purposes
• To be responsible for expanding market share and exploring new business opportunities including exclusive distribution rights for products
• To manage the forecasting supply and demand of products.
• Be intimately involved with clinic operations

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be discovery-driven, be proactive, take initiative, and have a keen eye for unique products. You will also need to be knowledgeable in many areas such as different product regulations, logistics, and nutraceutical raw materials.

There is a huge amount of autonomy attached to these roles — we like to hire great people, provide them with the resources they need, and trust them to make great decisions.

This role is a training ground for individuals who will eventually become:

• Product Development Lead and/or Purchase Lead

As we continue our journey of building and scaling Siena Health, there will be opportunities to lead new ventures, markets, partnerships, and new distribution channels.

We’re looking for:

Your Experience

• At least 2 years in procurement / product development
• Experience in healthcare / FMCG / nutraceutical / pharmaceutical industry
• Bachelor degree in Pharmacy

Your Skills

• Ability to speak and write in English fluently
• Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills
• Ability to multi-task, proactive, and take initiative

Why Siena Health?

• We’re one of the fastest-growing healthcare ventures in Asia
• Free annual medical screening and subsidized treatments

About ALPS

ALPS Pte Ltd, set up in 2018 as part of Ministry of Health’s (MOH) strategic thrust in delivering value-based supply chain solutions to public healthcare.

As the public healthcare supply chain agency, we design and execute a national level end-to-end supply chain

blueprint in partnership with 27 Public Healthcare Institutions (PHIs) in Singapore.

Our employees are key to our excellence – the heartbeat in sustaining our mission, developing new capabilities and re-engineering processes to future-proof Singapore’s healthcare supply chain landscape –making it more sustainable and resilient.

An exciting career awaits you at ALPS. Join us to embark on a meaning career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.

About The Role

As Senior Principal Pharmacist, you will oversee and manage overall supply chain operations of site team for drugs and pharmaceutical products. This includes procurement, inventory management and stock distribution:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage expectations and work closely with clinical pharmacists &/or physicians on alternate sources & drugs when usual sources have supply issues.
• Ensure proper and comprehensive evaluation of all drugs and gather inputs from key stakeholders (physicians, nurses and/or clinical pharmacists).
• Represents institution as evaluation committee member in evaluation of drugs and pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure availability and accessibility of drugs for all patient care setting.
• To keep optimal inventory to achieve optimal stock availability vs overstocking and avoid wastages.
• Work closely with pharmacy inventory team on inventory management of all pharmacy sections, support stock take activities and reporting.
• Participate in key activities and related operational workgroups, quality improvement/productivity projects, management of critical supplies & stocks, attend management meetings at the supporting site.

Procurement

• Timely sourcing and processing of purchase requests from users – Purchase requests must be fulfilled on time in order not to affect patient's treatment plan.
• Ensure purchases are performed in accordance to procurement policy.
• Verify and submit requirements of national contracts taking into considerations past usage and future trends of disease treatment protocols that aligns with MOH directives and international guidelines.
• Achieve cost-savings from purchases (Group/cluster contracts and institution quotations/negotiations)

Logistic/ Inventory management

• Manage controlled drugs, distribute effectively and in accordance to requirements of Misuse of Drug Acts.
• Ensure continuity of critical supplies or alternate products during exceptional periods.
• Minimize total value of goods written-off (Pharmacy Store and all pharmacy sections/substores).
• Achieve minimal stock discrepancy of total physical stock vs inventory system.
• Maintain targeted annual stockturn per year (pharmacy)

Others

• Material /item code creation and updates. Timely and accurate maintenance of PHI pharmacy systems (SAP & dispensing systems) on cost price, selling price, drug class and drug subsidy status/type.
• Handle audit queries in all related areas

People Management

• Stakeholder management at supporting site
• Lead and motivate the team at site

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (Pharmacy) / Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Registered pharmacist with the Singapore Pharmacy Council
• Relevant experience in Procurement and inventory management of drugs and pharmaceutical products
• Good knowledge in SAP-MM, Microsoft office, excel and powerpoint.
• Good negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated, independent worker with team spirit and good problem solver

Benefits

• Competitive paid-leave entitlements including family care leave
• Performance bonus and AWS
• Annual salary increment
• Health insurance and dental coverage
• Learning and development opportunities
• Rotation opportunities for career progression
• Maternity Medical Benefit

How to apply

Please include the following information in your resume for speedier processing.

• Current salary
• Expected salary
• Reason for leaving each company
• Date of availability or notice period

By submitting any application or resume to us, you will be deemed to have agreed and consented to us collecting, using, retaining and disclosing your information to potential hiring managers for their consideration. All information will be treated with highest confidentiality.

We regret to inform that only-shortlisted candidates would be notified.

We wish you all the best in your career search.

Overview

Reporting to the Pharmacy Section In-Charge, you will help provide safe, efficient and timely distribution (dispensing) of drugs in NUH. You will coordinate activities in your area of purview to be in line with the objectives of the pharmacy department.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the following:

· Review written order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to determine the drug needs of the patient, ensuring that overdoses have not been prescribed, that no toxic reactions will result from administration to the patient and that all drug orders are specific (contact physicians as necessary to review ambiguous or illegible prescriptions)

· Fill prescriptions as ordered by attending physician by:

I. Filling bottles, packaging material, dosage form and other packaging forms with measured amounts of medication in accordance with prescription specifications

II. Documenting supplies used and labelling containers (including directions for use)

· Supervise the compounding and/or dispensing of medication (unit dose, intravenous admixtures, investigational drugs and outpatient prescriptions)

· Explain directions for prescription use (drug therapy) to patients

· Monitor response of patient to prescribed drug therapy

· Make recommendations about appropriate drug therapy to doctors

· Carry out medication reconciliation when appropriate

· Report adverse drug reactions encountered by patients

· Provide information to other health professionals

· Ensure patients receive their medicines correctly in a timely manner

· Informs prescribers of any drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindications

· Maintains a shelf inventory of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring that storage is in accordance with security, environmental and product shelf life parameters

· Implement and adhere to the policies, practices and regulations established by the Pharmacy Department, various NUH management committees and outside regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy

· Perform inspections of drug storage areas throughout the hospital and performs other job-related duties as assigned

· Treat each patient, visitor and employee with compassion, courtesy and tact

· Assist in acquisition of special items for patients with approval from senior pharmacist

· Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

· Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college by Singapore Pharmacy Council.

· Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

· Able to work independently and in a team.

· Good listening and communication skills.

· Possess basic supervisory and management skills

· Flexibility to work on weekends/public holidays occasionally.

Interested applicants are invited to email a detailed resume stating your current and expected salary and your preference towards an inpatient or outpatient role to [email protected].

Please indicate in the subject title as: "Applying for position of Senior Pharmacist, (Contract)”.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are seeking individuals who strive to provide patient care with passion and empathy, and who will continuously seek out opportunities to improve patient safety and care, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

A. Professional Practice

• Provide pharmaceutical care, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team in various clinical settings, including outpatient, inpatient, ambulatory care and community settings.
• Recommend and monitor drug therapy to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide drug information to other healthcare professional and patients.
• Identify, resolve and prevent drug-related problems.
• Duties include: dispensing and educating patients on their medications, medication review and reconciliation, therapeutic interventions and recommendations, multidisciplinary rounds, running ambulatory care clinics and collaborative prescribing for qualified persons.

B. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement

• Organize and supervise dispensing of medication and fee collection at Pharmacy according to protocols and legal requirements.
• Organize and supervise inventory management.
• Supervise and develop pharmacy staff.
• Analyse information, and work with team members and other healthcare professionals to drive clinical and quality improvement e.g. involvement in Innovation (data analytics, automation), Quality Improvement or Patient Safety Projects.
• Assist in preparation and review of clinical and operational procedures.
• Ensure pharmacy policies and procedures are implemented consistently.

C. Education, Training, Development and Research

• Participate in pharmacy education, research, personal and leadership development and professional society activities.
• Provide training for interns, pharmacy students, pre-registration Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Provide in-service programmes for pharmacy personnel and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide public education and health prevention outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Preferably 1 year of experience in hospital or retail environment.
• Strong oral and writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are seeking individuals who strive to provide patient care with passion and empathy, and who will continuously seek out opportunities to improve patient safety and care, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

A. Professional Practice

• Provide pharmaceutical care, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team in various clinical settings, including outpatient, inpatient, ambulatory care and community settings.
• Recommend and monitor drug therapy to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide drug information to other healthcare professional and patients.
• Identify, resolve and prevent drug-related problems.
• Duties include: dispensing and educating patients on their medications, medication review and reconciliation, therapeutic interventions and recommendations, multidisciplinary rounds, running ambulatory care clinics and collaborative prescribing for qualified persons.

B. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement

• Organize and supervise dispensing of medication and fee collection at Pharmacy according to protocols and legal requirements.
• Organize and supervise inventory management.
• Supervise and develop pharmacy staff.
• Analyse information, and work with team members and other healthcare professionals to drive clinical and quality improvement e.g. involvement in Innovation (data analytics, automation), Quality Improvement or Patient Safety Projects.
• Assist in preparation and review of clinical and operational procedures.
• Ensure pharmacy policies and procedures are implemented consistently.

C. Education, Training, Development and Research

• Participate in pharmacy education, research, personal and leadership development and professional society activities.
• Provide training for interns, pharmacy students, pre-registration Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Provide in-service programmes for pharmacy personnel and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide public education and health prevention outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Preferably 1 year of experience in hospital or retail environment.
• Strong oral and writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be fully vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccinations.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Overview

Reporting to the Pharmacy Section In-Charge, you will help provide safe, efficient and timely distribution (dispensing) of drugs in NUH. You will coordinate activities in your area of purview to be in line with the objectives of the pharmacy department.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the following:

· Review written order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to determine the drug needs of the patient, ensuring that overdoses have not been prescribed, that no toxic reactions will result from administration to the patient and that all drug orders are specific (contact physicians as necessary to review ambiguous or illegible prescriptions)

· Fill prescriptions as ordered by attending physician by:

I. Filling bottles, packaging material, dosage form and other packaging forms with measured amounts of medication in accordance with prescription specifications

II. Documenting supplies used and labelling containers (including directions for use)

· Supervise the compounding and/or dispensing of medication (unit dose, intravenous admixtures, investigational drugs and outpatient prescriptions)

· Explain directions for prescription use (drug therapy) to patients

· Monitor response of patient to prescribed drug therapy

· Make recommendations about appropriate drug therapy to doctors

· Carry out medication reconciliation when appropriate

· Report adverse drug reactions encountered by patients

· Provide information to other health professionals

· Ensure patients receive their medicines correctly in a timely manner

· Informs prescribers of any drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindications

· Maintains a shelf inventory of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring that storage is in accordance with security, environmental and product shelf life parameters

· Implement and adhere to the policies, practices and regulations established by the Pharmacy Department, various NUH management committees and outside regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy

· Perform inspections of drug storage areas throughout the hospital and performs other job-related duties as assigned

· Treat each patient, visitor and employee with compassion, courtesy and tact

· Assist in acquisition of special items for patients with approval from senior pharmacist

· Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

· Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college by Singapore Pharmacy Council.

· Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

· Able to work independently and in a team.

· Good listening and communication skills.

· Possess basic supervisory and management skills

· Flexibility to work on weekends/public holidays occasionally.

Interested applicants are invited to email a detailed resume stating your current and expected salary and your preference towards an inpatient or outpatient role to [email protected].

Please indicate in the subject title as: "Applying for position of Senior Pharmacist, (Contract)”.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

You will provide pharmaceutical care services by ensuring optimal patient outcome, manage inventory and ensure that drugs are dispensed according to protocol and legal requirements. You will also ensure smooth daily operations and profitability of the pharmacy.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Professional Services
• Accountable for accurate dispensing of medicine to the right patient
• Monitor the activities of assigned pharmacy technicians engaged in the preparation, labelling and delivery of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with physicians’ prescriptions.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and controlled drugs and the maintenance of required needs, to reduce risks of errors.
• Clarify and resolve any prescription ambiguities with the prescribers.
• Identify, assess and resolve any drug-related problems, advise doctors on suitable drugs that provide the best outcome for patients.
• Advise patients and care providers of potential drug interactions, possible side effects, storage information and instructions on how to use their medications.
• Address the needs of the patient for information in order to enhance compliance and self-care.
• Motivate team members to achieve high standards of professional counselling.
• Provide information and advice to healthcare professionals and the community on the selection, dosages, interactions and side effects of medications.
• Offer self-care management advice on minor ailments and health promotion.
• Provide ambulatory care services
• Provide specialized services to help patients manage chronic conditions.
• Monitor the health and progress of patients to ensure the safe and effective use of medication.
• Refer patients to other healthcare professionals and agencies when appropriate.
• Ensure that the team provides professional and courteous service to all patients/customers at all times.

2. Inventory
• Ensure that medications are stored appropriately in the pharmacy, according to policy and legal requirements, to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal.
• Comply with control procedures for loss prevention.
• Enforce security measures for the storage of controlled substances.
• Assist in managing inventory to ensure an optimum level
• Approve orders of pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies and drugs.
• Ensure stock turn days do not exceed KPI targets.
• Conduct stock takes and cycle counts according to the approved policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular checks on expiry date to reduce wastages.
• Assist in preparing reports for cold chain break or other incidents involving inventory.
• Conduct regular audit of all drugs kept in the E-kits, E-trolleys, treatment rooms and immunization rooms in the polyclinics.

3. Staff Training & Development
• Orientate and induct newly recruited pharmacy technicians/assistants.
• Provide training and guidance of pharmacy students and pharmacy technician students on attachment.
• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills of team members and ensure that target training and continuing education hours are met.

4. Administration
Assist the Clinic Pharmacy Manager in the following:
• Maintain the administrative functions necessary for pharmacy operation.
• Adhere to and perform regular audit checks on the accounting, cash handling procedures and policies.
• Prepare the necessary reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Give regular feedback on improving processes and practices.
• Maintain records, such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, inventories and controlled drugs registries.
• Assist in scheduling manpower to ensure smooth daily workflow.
• Ensure proper housekeeping of the trading area, dispensary and storeroom.
• Ensure the merchandise is displayed according to set planograms.
• Monitor the profitability of the retail store and suggest action plans or possible products ranges to improve sales performance.
• Investigate and handle patient complaints and dispensing errors promptly.
• Report to the Head of Department (Pharmacy Practice) on dispensing errors and to Head of Department (Pharmacy Operations) on patient complaints.

5. Regulatory
• Ensure applicable laws and regulations are met and relevant documentation of compliance is maintained.
• Comply to policies, guidelines or advisories issued by any government agency or the Ministry of Health.

6. General
• Coach and supervise team members.
• Participate in work place improvement projects/ activities.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Reporting Officer.

Job Requirements
• Degree in Pharmacy
• Registered with Singapore Pharmacy Council and Form A license with Health Sciences Authority
• Keep abreast with changing medical treatments by attending continuing medical education talks and seminars. Achieve mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points and target training hours per year.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate information and ideas well to other healthcare professionals and patients.
• Must have initiative, drive and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be team-oriented
• Possess good organisational, analytical and excellent communication skills

Working Hours
5.5 days’ work week

Work Location

National University Polyclinic (NUP) - West region

Overview

Reporting to the Pharmacy Section In-Charge, you will help provide safe, efficient and timely distribution (dispensing) of drugs in NUH. You will coordinate activities in your area of purview to be in line with the objectives of the pharmacy department.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the following:

· Review written order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to determine the drug needs of the patient, ensuring that overdoses have not been prescribed, that no toxic reactions will result from administration to the patient and that all drug orders are specific (contact physicians as necessary to review ambiguous or illegible prescriptions)

· Fill prescriptions as ordered by attending physician by:

I. Filling bottles, packaging material, dosage form and other packaging forms with measured amounts of medication in accordance with prescription specifications

II. Documenting supplies used and labelling containers (including directions for use)

· Supervise the compounding and/or dispensing of medication (unit dose, intravenous admixtures, investigational drugs and outpatient prescriptions)

· Explain directions for prescription use (drug therapy) to patients

· Monitor response of patient to prescribed drug therapy

· Make recommendations about appropriate drug therapy to doctors

· Carry out medication reconciliation when appropriate

· Report adverse drug reactions encountered by patients

· Provide information to other health professionals

· Ensure patients receive their medicines correctly in a timely manner

· Informs prescribers of any drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindications

· Maintains a shelf inventory of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring that storage is in accordance with security, environmental and product shelf life parameters

· Implement and adhere to the policies, practices and regulations established by the Pharmacy Department, various NUH management committees and outside regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy

· Perform inspections of drug storage areas throughout the hospital and performs other job-related duties as assigned

· Treat each patient, visitor and employee with compassion, courtesy and tact

· Assist in acquisition of special items for patients with approval from senior pharmacist

· Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

· Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college by Singapore Pharmacy Council.

· Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

· Able to work independently and in a team.

· Good listening and communication skills.

· Possess basic supervisory and management skills

· Flexibility to work on weekends/public holidays occasionally.

Interested applicants are invited to email a detailed resume stating your current and expected salary and your preference towards an inpatient or outpatient role to [email protected].

Please indicate in the subject title as: "Applying for position of (Senior) Pharmacist, (Contract)”.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are seeking individuals who strive to provide patient care with passion and empathy, and who will continuously seek out opportunities to improve patient safety and care, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

A. Professional Practice

• Provide pharmaceutical care, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team in various clinical settings, including outpatient, inpatient, ambulatory care and community settings.
• Recommend and monitor drug therapy to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide drug information to other healthcare professional and patients.
• Identify, resolve and prevent drug-related problems.
• Duties include: dispensing and educating patients on their medications, medication review and reconciliation, therapeutic interventions and recommendations, multidisciplinary rounds, running ambulatory care clinics and collaborative prescribing for qualified persons.

B. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement

• Organize and supervise dispensing of medication and fee collection at Pharmacy according to protocols and legal requirements.
• Organize and supervise inventory management.
• Supervise and develop pharmacy staff.
• Analyse information, and work with team members and other healthcare professionals to drive clinical and quality improvement e.g. involvement in Innovation (data analytics, automation), Quality Improvement or Patient Safety Projects.
• Assist in preparation and review of clinical and operational procedures.
• Ensure pharmacy policies and procedures are implemented consistently.

C. Education, Training, Development and Research

• Participate in pharmacy education, research, personal and leadership development and professional society activities.
• Provide training for interns, pharmacy students, pre-registration Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Provide in-service programmes for pharmacy personnel and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide public education and health prevention outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Registered with Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Preferably 1 year of experience in hospital or retail environment.
• Strong oral and writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be fully vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccinations.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

Ø To deliver a high standard of pharmacy services to both inpatients and outpatients in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Ø To be involved in clinical, administrative as well as teaching operations.

Ø To develop and review services provided by the Pharmacy department such that the profession keeps abreast in providing timely and cost-efficient pharmacy services to the community.

Requirements:

Ø Degree or post-graduate degree in Pharmacy

Ø Registration with Singapore Pharmacy Council

Ø Excellent communication and listening skills

Ø Excellent team member

Ø Excellent clinical competency

Job Description:

You will be responsible for the following:

• Review written order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to determine the drug needs of the patient, ensuring that overdoses have not been prescribed, that no toxic reactions will result from administration to the patient and that all drug orders are specific (contact physicians as necessary to review ambiguous or illegible prescriptions)
• Fill prescriptions as ordered by attending physician by:
• Filling bottles, packaging material, dosage form and other packaging forms with measured amounts of medication in accordance with prescription specifications
• Documenting supplies used and labelling containers (including directions for use)
• Supervise the compounding and/or dispensing of medication (unit dose, intravenous admixtures, investigational drugs and outpatient prescriptions)
• Explain directions for prescription use (drug therapy) to patients
• Monitor response of patient to prescribed drug therapy
• Make recommendations about appropriate drug therapy to doctors
• Carry out medication reconciliation when appropriate
• Report adverse drug reactions encountered by patients
• Provide information to other health professionals
• Ensure patients receive their medicines correctly in a timely manner
• Informs prescribers of any drug interaction, adverse drug reactions, contraindications
• Maintains a shelf inventory of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring that storage is in accordance with security, environmental and product shelf life parameters
• Implement and adhere to the policies, practices and regulations established by the Pharmacy Department, various NUH management committees and outside regulatory agencies pertaining to pharmacy
• Perform inspections of drug storage areas throughout the hospital and performs other job-related duties as assigned
• Treat each patient, visitor and employee with compassion, courtesy and tact
• Assist in acquisition of special items for patients with approval from Senior Pharmacist
• Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

Qualification:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college by Singapore Pharmacy Council.
• Registered with the Singapore Pharmacy Council

Experience:

• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Possess basic supervisory and management skills
• Flexibility to work on weekends/public holidays occasionally.
• Able to perform Rotating Night Shift, if needed

About Us

Established in 1972, Guardian Health & Beauty is Singapore’s Number 1 Health and Beauty retailer. With more than 126 stores nation-wide, it retails a comprehensive range of health & beauty products. Guardian has evolved from its pharmacy roots to a holistic one-stop solution for customers’ health and beauty needs. It continues to expand its products and service range to meet the redefinition of beauty by today’s customers – where health meets beauty.

With a strong health heritage, it has the largest network of award-winning pharmacists and a wide selection of health products. Professional services such as patient-care counselling, dispensary services, beauty and personal care solutions are offered at stores as a convenient one-stop for health and beauty. Guardian also operates its online store with more than 9,000 products available and offers the “Click & Collect” services. For more information, please visit www.guardian.com.sg. Follow Guardian Health & Beauty on Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, Youtube and TikTok.

Guardian Health & Beauty is a Progressive Wage (PW) mark accredited company.

The Role

Provide dispensing and counselling services to customers while under the supervision of their preceptor and to ensure that the pharmacy runs smoothly while on duty.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense drugs accurately based on prescriptions and ensure that there is compliance with governing laws, regulations and standards.
• Provide total patient care services to patients through counseling, interventions and follow-ups to deliver a high level of pharmacy service to meet customers’ needs.
• Maintain high professional standards against benchmarks to enhance Guardian’s image as a leading pharmacy chain.
• Ensure dispensary operates efficiently and meet standards of key control indicators in areas of housekeeping, inventory, records maintenance etc.
• Maintain records required by governing regulations – for example, PMR, Form G, Export sales, signed orders and Codeine sales.
• Monitor daily sales trends of pharmacy related categories – Rx,OTC, Vitamins, Homecare – and formulate action plans to counter competition and threats so as to safeguard sales growth and contribution.
• Plan & execute pharmacy services to build upon Guardian’s image as a leading pharmacy chain and to maintain the image of Pharmacy as a provider of quality primary healthcare.
• Plan & execute operational strategies to achieve business targets & profitability of the store and to build upon Guardian’s image as a leading pharmacy chain.
• Keep abreast of new drugs or medical developments with Continuing Education to improve professional competence.
• Participate in media and other image-building projects to enhance Guardian’s image as a dedicated patient-centred organisation.
• Participate in Singapore Pharmacy Council or PSS activities to promote and enhance the image of Pharmacy to the community.

About You

Graduate with a Bachelor of Science (Pharmacy) recognised by Singapore Pharmacy Council (SPC)

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Training Opportunities

Career Advancement

Working location: Islandwide

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