Pharmacist

Vacancy at Brookefield

Timings : 10 am to 7.00 pm

Weekly Off : Only on TUESDAY

Roles and ResponsibilitiesA. Dispensing of Medicines

1. Dispense Ayurvedic medicines in accordance with valid prescriptions and applicable regulations.
2. Verify the medicine name, dosage, quantity and instructions before dispensing.
3. Explain the prescribed dosage, method of administration and storage instructions to customers, within the pharmacist's professional scope.
4. Refer medical questions, prescription discrepancies and treatment-related concerns to the authorized doctor.
5. Ensure that the correct medicines are supplied to the correct customers.
6. Check expiry dates, batch numbers and product labels before dispensing medicines.
7. Ensure that medicines are not dispensed without the required prescription or authorization wherever applicable.

B. Pharmacy Stock and Inventory Management

1. Maintain accurate records of all medicines and pharmacy products received, issued and sold.
2. Monitor stock levels and ensure the availability of frequently prescribed medicines.
3. Prepare purchase and replenishment requests in advance to avoid stock shortages.
4. Check all incoming stock against invoices and purchase orders.
5. Arrange medicines systematically according to category, batch and expiry date.
6. Follow the First Expiry, First Out (FEFO) method to minimize expiry-related losses.
7. Conduct regular physical stock verification and reconcile discrepancies with system records.
8. Identify slow-moving, damaged and near-expiry medicines and report them to the Branch Manager.
9. Ensure that expired or damaged medicines are segregated and handled in accordance with applicable regulations and company procedures.
10. Prevent unauthorized removal, wastage or misuse of medicines and pharmacy products.

C. Billing and Sales Management

1. Generate bills for all medicine sales through the authorized Ayushman billing software.
2. Ensure that every medicine issued or sold is properly entered into the system.
3. Verify product names, quantities, prices and applicable discounts before billing.
4. Collect payments through approved payment methods and issue receipts for all transactions.
5. Maintain accurate daily sales and collection records.
6. Reconcile physical stock with system records and investigate any discrepancies.
7. Ensure that no medicines or pharmacy products are supplied without proper billing or authorized documentation.
8. Coordinate with the Branch Manager to improve pharmacy sales and customer service without compromising professional or legal requirements.

D. Storage and Quality Control

1. Store medicines under the temperature, humidity and other conditions specified by the manufacturer.
2. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the pharmacy area.
3. Protect medicines from direct sunlight, moisture, contamination and improper handling.
4. Monitor the expiry dates and physical condition of all medicines regularly.
5. Maintain appropriate records for products requiring special storage or handling.
6. Report damaged, contaminated, recalled or suspicious products to the Branch Manager immediately.
7. Ensure that medicines are stored securely and access is controlled as required.

E. Documentation and Reporting

1. Maintain purchase invoices, stock registers, sales records and other required pharmacy documents.
2. Maintain batch-wise and expiry-wise stock records wherever required.
3. Prepare daily pharmacy sales and stock reports as instructed by management.
4. Report stock shortages, excess stock, expired products and inventory discrepancies promptly.
5. Maintain all statutory registers and records applicable to the pharmacy.
6. Cooperate during internal audits, stock verification and inspections by authorized authorities.
7. Ensure that pharmacy documentation is accurate, complete and readily available when required.

F. Customer Service and Coordination

1. Interact with customers politely and professionally.
2. Assist customers with medicine availability and product-related queries.
3. Coordinate with doctors regarding prescriptions, medicine availability and clarification of prescription-related issues.
4. Inform the Branch Manager about frequently requested medicines and recurring stock shortages.
5. Maintain confidentiality of prescriptions, customer details and medical information.
6. Ensure that customers receive the medicines prescribed by the authorized doctor without unauthorized substitutions.

G. Attendance and Discipline

1. Report for duty on time and follow the prescribed working schedule.
2. Maintain the required professional dress code and personal hygiene.
3. Follow company policies regarding attendance, leave and permissions.
4. Maintain professional conduct and coordinate effectively with doctors, therapists, receptionists and Branch Managers.
5. Keep the pharmacy clean, organized and operational throughout the assigned working hours.
6. Comply with all instructions issued by management and the applicable pharmacy regulations.