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Pharmacist

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Job Title: Pharmacist

Job location: Palestine, Gaza (On-Site)

Reports to: Doctor


JOB SUMMARY
The Pharmacist will be responsible for managing the pharmaceutical needs of the project activities. This includes dispensing medications, providing pharmaceutical care, educating patients and healthcare providers on proper medication use, and ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines. 
The Pharmacist will play a vital role in supporting the overall health needs of the community in target locations.


MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Dispense medications accurately as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring the right dosage and instructions.
  • Provide pharmaceutical care to patients, including counseling on proper medication use, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on safe medication practices, including storage, handling, and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Ensure the safe and effective use of medications through regular monitoring and patient follow-up.
  • Manage and maintain accurate records of medications dispensed, including patient profiles and prescription logs.
  • Oversee the inventory of pharmaceutical supplies, including ordering, receiving, storage, and conducting regular stock counts.
  • Monitor medication expiry dates and ensure proper rotation of stock to minimize waste.
  • Collaborate effectively with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and integrated patient care.
  • Participate in the organization and execution of health education sessions related to medication use and rational drug use.
  • Report any pharmaceutical concerns, medication errors, or supply issues to the focal point promptly.
  • Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols and safety standards in the pharmacy.
  • Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and pharmacy audits as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Should have the following skills, education, and experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
  • Valid certification and license to practice as a pharmacist in Gaza.
  • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in pharmacy practice, preferably in primary health care, community health settings, or humanitarian response.
  • Experience working in conflict or post-conflict settings is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their indications, dosages, and potential side effects.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to counsel patients effectively.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in inventory management and recordkeeping.
  • Ability to work in a challenging, high-stress, and resource-limited environment.

ABOUT MEDGLOBAL

MedGlobal is a global humanitarian non-profit organization providing medical and health education services to people in need, including refugees and displaced persons, in disaster and underserved regions. The organization is composed of medical and public health professionals of diverse backgrounds.

 

CODE OF CONDUCT

MedGlobal Code of Conduct reflects the profession’s core set of beliefs and values of care, respect, trust, and integrity. These beliefs and values are fundamental to MedGlobal employees, volunteers, interns, consultants, and contractors to guide their practice and conduct. The Code is organized into categories, as follows:

  • Always act with fairness, honesty, integrity, and openness; respect the opinions of others and treat all with equality and dignity without regard to gender, race, color, creed, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
  • Provide a positive and valued experience for those receiving service within and outside MedGlobal.

 

CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to MedGlobal, which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. MedGlobal is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation.

 

DISCRIMINATION, ABUSE AND HARASSMENT POLICY

MedGlobal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and expressly prohibits and will not tolerate any form of discrimination, abuse, harassment (sexual or otherwise), based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. MedGlobal employees and related personnel must under no circumstances take part in any form of discrimination, harassment, or abuse (physical, sexual or verbal), intimidation or exploitation, or in any other way infringe the rights of others inside or outside the organization.