*ARABIC CANDIDATES WITH EXPERIENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH BACKGROUND ONLY*

Purpose:

The Clinical Pharmacist serves as a pharmaceutical caregiver by efficiently designing, recommending, monitoring, and evaluating patient specific pharmacotherapy to ensure optimal outcomes. The Clinical Pharmacist works closely with the Medical and Nursing staff to ensure Patients receive their safe therapeutic treatment informed by best practice. The post-holder will be familiar with all aspects of a hospital pharmacy service including verification and dispensing of medications used for treatment at Naufar. The Clinical Pharmacist serves as a Pharmacy resource for Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Medical and Nursing staff, as well as other Healthcare Professionals. The Clinical Pharmacist must comply with all the rules governing the role of a pharmacist as issued by the State of Qatar.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Duties:

• To assess, plan, and implement medication assisted treatment.
• To check prescriptions to ensure that there are no errors and that they are appropriate and safe for the individual client.
• To provide advice on the dosage of medicines and the most appropriate form of medication, for example, tablet, injection, ointment or inhaler.
• To prepare and quality-check sterile medications, for example, intravenous medications.
• To ensure medicines are stored appropriately and securely.
• To produce local guidelines for medication use and conduct medication reconciliation on residential patients.
• To manage the formulary, inventory system and procurement.
• To manage the safe disposal of waste medications and illicit substances.
• To attend multidisciplinary case meetings, take client drug histories and participate in decision-making on appropriate treatments.
• To assist in conducting clinical research, adding to the evidence base of practice in relevant area.
• Will be assisting in development, organization and operation of Naufar pharmaceutical services that is aligned with Naufar’ s Mission Vision and Strategic plan.
• Reviews and interprets physician’s drug orders for clarity, rationality, dosage form, allergies, interactions, incompatibility, etc. and makes recommendations to prescribers if changes are required.
• Maintains control and security of all drugs including dispensing, record keeping and secured storage of narcotics and controlled medications.
• Provides medication counseling to patients and families.
• Checks medications prepared by Pharmacy Technicians for accuracy prior to dispensing.
• Assists in supporting Pharmacy preceptorship with students and external trainees.
• Documents procurement, distribution and dispensing of medications in an accurate manner.
• Liaises with other Healthcare Professionals to ensure the delivery of safe, and effective treatments.
• Follows all related Naufar policies and procedures.
• Monitors drug usage and reports to the Director of Pharmacy
• Acts as primary contact point for Naufar staff in relation to Pharmacy issues.
• Ensures medications are stored securely and appropriately.
• Promotes and maintains quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place.
• Carries out Pharmacy controlled drug checks.
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Documents all interventions and medication errors.
• Attend any assigned multidisciplinary case meetings.
• To updates current skills and knowledge in relevant practice areas as required.
• Participates in any internal or external courses / meetings as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & MANDATE:

Professional/Academic Qualifications:

• Accredited Master’s degree or Doctor of Pharmacy.
• Licensed as a clinical pharmacist in home country.
• Up-to date CPD in relevant areas.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area.

Experience:

• 5 years relevant clinical pharmacy experience in large mental health setup.