<ul><li>Core Role: Ensures safe, accurate, and timely medication management for all admitted hospital patients.</li><li>Dispensing &amp; Compounding: Accurately dispenses prescribed medications and performs basic compounding as required.</li><li>Prescription Review: Verifies prescriptions for completeness, allergies, interactions, and appropriate dosages.</li><li>Inventory Control: Manages IPD pharmacy stock, ensuring proper storage, security, and adherence to FEFO.</li><li>Controlled Substances: Maintains strict control and documentation for narcotics and high-value medications.</li><li>Patient &amp; Staff Counseling: Provides essential medication information to patients/caregivers and educates nursing staff.</li><li>Documentation: Ensures meticulous record-keeping for dispensing, stock movements, and patient interactions.</li><li>Compliance: Adheres strictly to Good Dispensing Practices (GDP) and all pharmaceutical regulations.</li></ul>

IPD Pharmacist