Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters

Pharmacists are critical to ensuring patient safety and effective medication therapy. They serve as the final checkpoint before medicines reach patients, verifying prescriptions, preventing drug interactions, and providing essential counselling. In a healthcare setting, a pharmacist safeguards against medication errors, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports optimal treatment outcomes.
In Calicut, this role contributes significantly to patient care by bridging the gap between physicians and patients. By maintaining proper inventory control, handling controlled substances responsibly, and ensuring safe storage practices, the pharmacist strengthens the integrity and reliability of the pharmacy department.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Department in Calicut. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing prescriptions, dispensing medications accurately, counselling patients, and ensuring adherence to all pharmacy laws and safety standards.
This position is suitable for experienced pharmacists as well as freshers who are eager to build their careers in a structured healthcare environment. Immediate joiners are preferred. The role requires strong pharmaceutical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Key Features of the Role

• Review and validate prescriptions for accuracy and legality
• Dispense medicines with correct dosage and clear instructions
• Ensure safe medication practices and patient counselling
• Monitor inventory and expiry management
• Maintain proper storage and temperature control of medicines
• Supervise pharmacy assistants and technicians
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and safety standards
• Opportunity for freshers and internship candidates

Responsibilities

• Review prescriptions to ensure appropriateness, dosage accuracy, and compliance with legal requirements
• Dispense medications accurately with complete patient instructions
• Check for potential drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications before dispensing
• Provide counselling to patients regarding medication usage, side effects, and precautions
• Coordinate with doctors and nursing staff regarding prescription clarifications
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records, billing documentation, and dispensing logs
• Monitor medicine inventory, track expiry dates, and manage stock replenishment
• Ensure proper storage conditions, including temperature control for sensitive drugs
• Supervise and guide pharmacy assistants and technicians
• Handle and document controlled substances according to legal regulations
• Follow all regulatory, safety, and ethical guidelines within the pharmacy

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• Valid Pharmacist License/Registration as per State Pharmacy Council rules
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
• Freshers and internship candidates may also apply
• Immediate joining preferred

Educational Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmacy
• Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Registration with the respective State Pharmacy Council

Experience and Skills

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, dosages, and therapeutic uses
• High attention to detail and accuracy in dispensing
• Good communication and patient counselling skills
• Ability to identify and resolve medication-related issues
• Inventory management and record-keeping capability
• Familiarity with pharmacy billing software and computer systems
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Salary Insights

• Competitive salary based on qualification and experience
• Internship and fresher opportunities available
• Growth opportunities within the pharmacy department
• Stable full-time employment with professional development prospects

Company Overview

The Pharmacy Department in Calicut operates with a strong focus on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence. The team is committed to delivering accurate dispensing, responsible medication management, and effective patient counselling. By maintaining structured systems for inventory control and documentation, the department ensures consistent quality healthcare support.

FAQs

Q: Is experience mandatory for this role?
A minimum of 2 years is preferred; however, freshers and internship candidates are welcome to apply.

Q: Is pharmacist registration compulsory?
Yes, a valid license/registration as per State Pharmacy Council rules is mandatory.

Q: Is immediate joining required?
Immediate joiners will be given preference.

Q: What type of employment is offered?
Full-time, fresher, and internship positions are available.

Application Tips

• Clearly mention your State Pharmacy Council registration details
• Highlight experience in prescription handling and patient counselling
• Include any experience with billing or pharmacy software
• Emphasize your attention to detail and compliance knowledge
• Mention availability for immediate joining