DHA Pharmacist - Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

Overview

Job Summary

1.Dispensing & Patient Care

• Accurately dispense prescribed medications while ensuring correct dosage, administration, and patient safety.
• Provide clear patient counseling on the safe and effective use of medications, including side effects and interactions.
• Offer medication therapy management, particularly for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions.
• Support patient adherence programs and lifestyle management as part of Glucare’s integrated care model.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with DHA and UAE federal pharmacy laws and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, controlled drugs, and pharmacy documentation.
• Oversee storage conditions of medicines and ensure adherence to cold chain management where applicable.
• Participate in internal audits, accreditation processes, and quality improvement initiatives.

3. Collaboration & Team Support

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and dieticians to support patient treatment plans.
• Support multidisciplinary case discussions for complex patient care.
• Collaborate with the pharmacy team to manage stock, procurement, and inventory control.

4. Operational Duties

• Supervise pharmacy technicians and assistants as needed.
• Ensure proper inventory management, including monitoring of near-expiry and slow-moving items.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency.
• Understands, follows and supports all hospital infection control programs to ensure patient and staff safety.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (BPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Valid DHA Pharmacist License.
• Minimum 2–3 years of pharmacy experience (healthcare or clinical setting preferred; retail pharmacy experience acceptable if combined with strong patient counseling skills).
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and chronic disease management.
• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills, incl excellent English.
• Proficiency in pharmacy management systems and basic IT applications.

Key Competencies

• Patient-centered approach with strong customer service skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.