Clinical Pharmacist Cape Town

ResponsibilitiesProvide a comprehensive pharmaceutical care service evaluating all aspects of patient care to drive evidence-based pharmacotherapy, with the ultimate goal of improving patient care and outcomes.Implement all components of the company's antimicrobial stewardship program.Compile and update antibiograms, and monitor microorganisms cultured at unit level. Discuss trends with local microbiologists and build effective working relationships.Drive improvements in hospital program metrics.Drive the delivery of key performance indicators in clinical pharmacy processes and practice to improve patient safety and outcomes.Drive improvements in clinical pharmacy metrics and enhance clinical pharmacy service delivery.Utilise surveillance system optimally to support effective prioritization and work practices in wards.Preparation for and active participation in internal stakeholder meetings including presentation of progress and gaps.Provide appropriate clinical pharmacy support for cost of care initiatives and projects and drive appropriate implementation.Enhance cooperative and influential working relationships with doctors and other functional stakeholders.Provide drug information and evidence-based guidance and training for other healthcare professionals.Elevate the performance on medication safety management and medication error interventions at ward level.Implement customer satisfaction and quality initiatives as identified.Desired Experience & QualificationsB.Pharm and post-graduate Master's Degree in Clinical Pharmacy acknowledged by the South African Pharmacy Council.Keen interest in following a clinical pharmacy career path.Relevant clinical knowledge and experience in the critical outputs in a hospital environment.Current registration with South African Pharmacy Council as a pharmacist.Understanding of pharmacy and related healthcare industry, legislation, regulation and challenges.Computer proficiency (MS office).Private hospital experience will be advantageous.Package & RemunerationMarket Related
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