Pharmacy Head
- Manipal Hospitals
- 7 - 10 years
- Bhubaneswar
- 5 days ago
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Job Description
Role & responsibilities
Pharmacy Operations Management
- Oversee day-to-day operations of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency pharmacy services.
- Ensure timely dispensing of medications with accuracy and adherence to prescription guidelines.
- Monitor workflow efficiency and implement process improvements.
- Maintain uninterrupted availability of essential drugs and consumables.
2. Inventory & Procurement Management
- Plan and manage procurement of medicines, surgical items, and pharmacy consumables.
- Maintain optimum stock levels and minimize stock-outs and expiries.
- Monitor drug usage trends and forecast future requirements.
- Conduct periodic stock audits and reconciliation.
- Ensure proper storage conditions as per regulatory standards.
3. Regulatory & Compliance Management
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including:
- Drug & Cosmetic Act regulations
- Pharmacy Council norms
- NABH / NABL standards (if applicable)
- Maintain valid licenses for pharmacy operations.
- Ensure proper documentation for narcotic and scheduled drugs.
- Prepare for internal and external audits.
4. Clinical & Patient Safety Responsibilities
- Promote rational drug use and medication safety practices.
- Coordinate with doctors and nursing teams regarding medication protocols.
- Monitor adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
- Participate in Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee meetings.
- Support implementation of antimicrobial stewardship programs.
5. Team Management
- Lead, supervise, and mentor pharmacy staff.
- Plan manpower allocation and duty rosters.
- Conduct performance evaluations and training programs.
- Ensure adherence to SOPs and quality standards.
6. Financial & Cost Control
- Monitor pharmacy revenue and expenses.
- Optimize drug procurement costs through vendor negotiation.
- Analyze profitability of pharmacy operations.
- Control wastage, pilferage, and expiries.
7. Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with pharmaceutical vendors and suppliers.
- Evaluate vendor performance periodically.
- Coordinate with clinical departments and hospital administration.
- Ensure timely payments and vendor compliance documentation.
8. Quality Assurance
- Implement pharmacy quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain documentation as per NABH and hospital policies.
- Conduct periodic quality checks and internal audits.
- Ensure medication safety protocols are followed.
Preferred candidate profile
- 1015 years of experience in hospital pharmacy operations.
- Experience in NABH-accredited hospitals preferred.
- B.Pharm / M.Pharm (Mandatory)
Job Classification
Industry: Medical Services / HospitalFunctional Area / Department: Healthcare & Life SciencesRole Category: Not mentionedRole: Not mentionedEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Manipal HospitalsLocation(s): Bhubaneswar
Keyskills: Hospital Pharmacy Hospital
Manipal Hospitals
Manipal Health Enterprises, commonly known as Manipal Hospitals, is an Indian for-profit private hospital network headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka. The hospitals trace their origins to the Kasturba Medical College, founded by T. M. A. Pai in 1953.
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