Pharmacist

The Government of Montserrat is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Pharmacist, within the Ministry of Health and Social Services.

The Government of Montserrat is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Pharmacist, within the Ministry of Health and Social Services.

JOB PURPOSE

The selected applicant as Pharmacist will assist in providing pharmaceutical support to the population of Montserrat.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dispense pharmaceuticals to the public and fill pharmaceutical orders from the wards, geriatric homes, clinics and private doctors as required.
• Maintain accurate records of medications dispensed to ensure efficient management of pharmaceutical stocks.
• Supply health care providers and clients with professional advice and information. 
• Assist with the formation and implementation of plans and programmes to ensure proper pharmaceutical standards and efficient delivery of services.
• Undertake quality assurance of medications constantly monitor the appearance of drugs and expiry date.
• Deputize in the absence of the Senior Pharmacist as needed.
• Perform on-call duties as required.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor of Pharmacy 
• Registered to practice Pharmacy in their country of origin; successful applicant will be required to register to practice on island under the Medical Act.

Experience

• At least two (2) years working as a Pharmacist in a hospital/community pharmacy dispensing medication to inpatient facilities and outpatients.  

Skills and Abilities

• Counselling skills in drug use
• Basic computer skills
• Able to communicate and show initiative
• Team worker
• Work independently.
• Demonstrate good oral and written skills.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• Work with resource constraints.