Clinical Pharmacist, Rizal

Fatima University Medical Center (FUMC) is a premier healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and fostering medical innovation.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled CLINICAL PHARMACIST to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of enhancing health and wellness in our community.

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Clinical Pharmacist in a hospital setting plays a key role in optimizing medication therapy to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient drug use for patients. Their role extends beyond dispensing medications they are integral to the healthcare team, providing direct patient care and collaborating with doctors and nurses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and validate medication orders for appropriateness, drug interactions, allergies, and dosage.
• Provide drug information and therapeutic recommendations to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and adjust medications as needed.
• Participate in patient care rounds (especially in ICUs or specialized wards).
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, government regulations (FDA, DOH, etc.), and accreditation standards (e.g., PhilHealth, JCI).
• Educate patients on proper medication use, especially those on long-term or complex therapies.
• Help develop and update hospital formulary and therapeutic guidelines.
• Assist in pharmacovigilance and report adverse drug reactions (ADR).
• Support antimicrobial stewardship programs and other clinical protocols.

Educational Background:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSPharm).
• Preferably holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree (becoming more common in advanced hospital roles).

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in hospital or clinical pharmacy (12 years minimum for some institutions).
• Knowledge of pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, and evidence-based medicine.
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (e.g., electronic health records).
• Strong communication and counseling skills.
• Certification or training in clinical pharmacy, pharmacotherapy, or antimicrobial stewardship is a plus.
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) as required by PRC.

Licensure:

• Must be a licensed pharmacist in the Philippines, registered with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).