Pharmacist

• Dispensing medication: Accurately filling prescriptions and preparing medications, including intravenous solutions, under the supervision of a pharmacist. 
• Patient counseling: Educating patients on how to take their medications correctly, potential side effects, and interactions to ensure safe and effective use. 
• Medication therapy management (MTM): Assessing and monitoring a patient's medication regimen to optimize outcomes and manage long-term chronic illnesses. 
• Collaborating with healthcare providers: Working with doctors, nurses, and other professionals to develop and adjust treatment plans and ensure appropriate medication use. 
• Public health services: Administering immunizations and offering over-the-counter (OTC) advice for minor illnesses. 
• Drug information and consultation: Providing authoritative information to consumers and other healthcare professionals on the safety and efficacy of drugs. 

Specialized and administrative duties

• Clinical trials: Participating in research studies to evaluate new or existing drugs. 
• Quality assurance: Ensuring that medications are safe and effective. 
• Hospital-specific roles: May involve manufacturing medicines, managing procurement, or working in specialized areas like radiotherapy. 
• Inventory and stock management: Maintaining records, monitoring stock levels, and managing expiration dates to ensure products are available and used safely. 
• Record keeping: Maintaining accurate customer, supply, and financial records.