Principal Pharmacist*(9722) - Alexandra Hospital

Pioneer innovative clinical pharmacy services and mentor the next generation of pharmacists

Job Responsibilities

• Takes on a role of an educator and lead trainer, from pre-registrants to senior pharmacists and above with the aim of training pharmacists to be advance generalists specialists. Crafts out necessary learning objectives, curriculum, materials to ensure pharmacy department is well equipped with updated skills and knowledge. Work in collaboration with other departments, clusters and/or organizations for cross department education and training.
• Reviews written/electronic order form (medication chart, medication record or prescription) to ensure drug prescribed is appropriate.
• Performs medication reconciliation.
• Provides drug information service to health care professionals.
• Involvement in clinical services such as attending multidisciplinary rounds and running ambulatory services.
• Dispenses and counsel patient on medication prescribed by doctor.
• Assigns, oversees and closely review the work of pharmacy assistants and technicians.
• Participates in Pharmacy education and development programmes (e.g. providing lectures to Pharmacy personnel, other hospital employees, and students on attachments on pertinent topics).
• Performs other pharmacy-related duties or ad-hoc quality departmental projects/activities as assigned by the Director/Reporting Officer. 

Qualifications and Experience:

• PharmD or equivalent degree recognized by the Singapore Pharmacy Council
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
• Demonstrated passion for innovation and teaching
• Proven track record in developing new clinical services or training programs
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘[email protected]’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.