Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters

Pharmacists play a crucial role in healthcare by ensuring patients receive the correct medications safely and effectively. In rural healthcare settings, pharmacists also help improve medication awareness, support doctors in treatment plans, and provide essential counseling to patients about proper drug usage.

Job Description

Swami Vivekananda Medical Center, a unit of Theni Cancer Institute, is hiring a Pharmacist for its rural healthcare facility in Palur, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu. The role involves dispensing medications, managing pharmacy inventory, maintaining records, and providing basic medication counseling to patients. Both freshers and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Pharmacist
• Company: Theni Cancer Institute (Swami Vivekananda Medical Center)
• Location: Palur, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Mode: On-site
• Experience Required: Freshers and experienced candidates can apply

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately according to doctor prescriptions
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and ensure proper stock management
• Keep accurate pharmacy records and documentation
• Provide basic counseling to patients regarding medication usage
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and healthcare standards

Required Qualification

• D.Pharm
• B.Pharm
• Pharm.D
• M.Pharm

Important Requirements

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs and dispensing practices
• Ability to maintain pharmacy inventory and documentation
• Basic patient counseling and communication skills
• Commitment to providing healthcare services in rural communities

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a rural healthcare facility
• Experience in hospital pharmacy practice
• Contribution to meaningful healthcare services for underserved communities

Experience and Skills

• Drug dispensing and prescription handling
• Pharmacy inventory management
• Patient counseling on medication usage
• Record keeping and regulatory compliance
• Communication and attention to detail

Company Overview

Theni Cancer Institute is a not-for-profit healthcare organization focused on cancer treatment, prevention, pain management, and palliative care. The institute aims to reduce the physical, emotional, and financial burden of cancer by providing accessible and affordable healthcare services to communities.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required for this role?
   Candidates must have D.Pharm, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, or M.Pharm.

2. Is experience required for this job?
   No, both freshers and experienced candidates can apply.

3. What is the salary offered?
   The salary offered is ₹15,000 per month.

4. Where is the job located?
   The position is located at Swami Vivekananda Medical Center, Palur, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu.

Application Tips

• Highlight your pharmacy qualification and registration if available
• Mention experience in hospital or retail pharmacy if applicable
• Showcase knowledge of drug dispensing and patient counseling
• Emphasize willingness to work in rural healthcare settings