Clinical Pharmacist

The Clinical Pharmacist provides and coordinates clinical pharmacy services, including medicines optimization, safe and accurate dispensing of drugs, ward rounds, drug information and clinical training. The post-holder is responsible for the development and implementation of evidence based clinical pharmacy services within the Health Services Authority, thereby maintaining and improving the quality of Pharmaceutical Care provided to all patients.

Primary Responsibilities: The successful candidate is required to liaise with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff to provide ward/clinical pharmacy services, thereby promoting the safe, effective, and economical use of drugs in both the ambulatory and inpatient settings. He/she will be responsible for upgrading and developing the provision of drug information services by expanding resources available, implementing documentation procedures, and adopting a pro-active approach to disseminating information; evaluate new drug therapies (by literature review) and provide the Drug and Therapeutics Committee with objective information when considering drugs for inclusion in the Health Services Authority Formulary; and provide dispensary coverage when needed, as directed by the Chief Pharmacist. The candidate assists in the management and development of aseptic services, ensuring
that high standards of Good Manufacturing Practice and safety are in place. Also provides clinical support to medical staff and dietitians regarding Cytotoxic and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) therapies.

Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree or higher, supported by a post graduate clinical pharmacy qualification to diploma/MSc. or equivalent level. The candidate must have three to four (3-4) years’ experience as a qualified pharmacist working in a hospital setting. He/she must have at least three (3) years’ experience in a clinical capacity, encompassing expertise in ward pharmacy services, drug information and aseptic services. Experience in clinical pharmacy training and/or lecturing would be an advantage. The successful candidate must have good communication skills, be capable of working as part of a team and demonstrate own initiative. He/she should have a committed and strategic vision for the development of Pharmaceutical Care services including maintaining a high standard of performance by keeping current with clinical advances through reading professional journals and participation in clinical courses.