Summary
M42 is hiring an Outpatient Pharmacist for Healthpoint, its multi-specialty hospital based in Abu Dhabi. The pharmacist will validate prescriptions, prepare and dispense medications, counsel patients, maintain medication records, and manage pharmacy inventory, including controlled substances. The role also involves following DOH regulations and patient-safety standards and collaborating with physicians and care teams. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, relevant hospital or retail pharmacy exposure, and a DOH license; the posting specifies Emirati talent.
The posting
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Overview
M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.
Healthpoint is a multi-specialty hospital offering a wide range of primary and specialty care services. Based in Abu Dhabi, it serves patients from the UAE and around the world. Committed to elevating patient care to the highest standards, Healthpoint has been recognized by numerous renowned international awarding and accrediting bodies.
This role is responsible for performing the daily pharmaceutical operational activities including but not limited to preparing, compounding and dispensing medication to patients in adherence to prescriptions issued by physicians and in line with M42 and Department of Health (DoH) policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.
Responsibilities
Review, interpret, and validate outpatient prescriptions to ensure accuracy, appropriateness, and identification of any therapeutic incompatibilities
Accurately prepare, label, dispense, and deliver medications in compliance with Department of Health (DOH) regulations and internal pharmacy standards
Provide patient counselling on medication usage, dosage, potential side effects, and adherence to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes
Maintain and update patient medication records and profiles in a timely and accurate manner
Monitor and manage medication inventory, including handling controlled substances, expiry tracking, and removal of damaged or outdated stock
Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety protocols, and quality standards within the outpatient pharmacy setting
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to support safe prescribing practices and contribute to clinical and patient care initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
Relevant clinical exposure, internship, or placement in a hospital and/or retail pharmacy setting
- Department of Health (DOH) license holder
- Knowledge of key pharmaceutical procedures and current best practices
- Good understanding of pharmacy related regulations
- Practical knowledge in Microsoft Office suite
Review, interpret, and validate outpatient prescriptions to ensure accuracy, appropriateness, and identification of any therapeutic incompatibilities
Accurately prepare, label, dispense, and deliver medications in compliance with Department of Health (DOH) regulations and internal pharmacy standards
Provide patient counselling on medication usage, dosage, potential side effects, and adherence to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes
Maintain and update patient medication records and profiles in a timely and accurate manner
Monitor and manage medication inventory, including handling controlled substances, expiry tracking, and removal of damaged or outdated stock
Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety protocols, and quality standards within the outpatient pharmacy setting
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to support safe prescribing practices and contribute to clinical and patient care initiatives
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
Relevant clinical exposure, internship, or placement in a hospital and/or retail pharmacy setting
- Department of Health (DOH) license holder
- Knowledge of key pharmaceutical procedures and current best practices
- Good understanding of pharmacy related regulations
- Practical knowledge in Microsoft Office suite