Retail Pharmacist

Job Title: Retail Store Pharmacist

Location: Madhya Pradesh (Registered with MP Pharmacy Council)

Department: Operations / Pharmacy

Reporting To: Store Manager / Cluster Manager

Detailed Job Description:

1. Prescription Handling:

• Accurately review and interpret prescriptions issued by registered medical practitioners.
• Dispense the right medication in correct dosage and quantity as per prescription.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in dispensing prescription drugs.

2. Alternative Suggestion:

• Suggest generic or therapeutic equivalents where the prescribed medicine is unavailable, ensuring safety and efficacy.
• Educate customers on safe usage of alternatives in consultation with doctors if required.

3. Explain About Compositions:

• Clearly explain the composition, usage, dosage, and side effects of medicines to customers.
• Ensure customers are aware of drug interactions and storage conditions.
• Advise on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines based on symptoms and need.

4. Maintaining the Pharmacy:

• Maintain hygiene, cleanliness, and proper organization of the pharmacy area.
• Ensure all medications are stored in accordance with legal requirements (temperature, expiry, etc.).
• Ensure expiry audits and FIFO (First In First Out) method is followed to prevent dispensing of expired items.

5. Stock Receiving:

• Check the stock received from the warehouse or vendors against invoices and purchase orders.
• Verify batch numbers, expiry dates, and quantities during inward stock entry.
• Report any discrepancies or damages to the concerned authority.

6. Stock Arranging & Computer Billing:

• Arrange medicines systematically by category, salt, and brand name for quick retrieval.
• Operate POS (Point of Sale) system for accurate billing and transaction processing.
• Ensure timely entry of inward and outward stock in the inventory management software.

7. Cross Verification of Billing and Sign-off:

• Double-check bills for accuracy before finalizing customer transactions.
• Match physical stock with system entries periodically and during store closing.
• Sign-off and reconcile end-of-day reports to ensure no billing mismatch or stock discrepancies.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Diploma/Bachelor in Pharmacy (D.Pharm/B.Pharm)
• Valid Registration with Madhya Pradesh Pharmacy Council (MP PCI)
• Knowledge of drugs, compositions, and inventory management
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Basic computer knowledge and billing software handling