Community Pharmacist

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Community Pharmacist to join our client's team in Ikotun, Lagos. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in community or retail pharmacy practice, with strong knowledge of medication dispensing, patient counselling, pharmaceutical inventory management, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective dispensing of medications, providing professional pharmaceutical advice to patients, maintaining optimal stock levels, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the pharmacy.

Candidates with proven experience working in a busy community pharmacy environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription and over-the-counter medications accurately and safely in accordance with professional standards.

• Review prescriptions for appropriate dosage, potential drug interactions, contraindications, and possible medication errors.

• Counsel patients on proper medication use, dosage, side effects, precautions, and storage.

• Recommend appropriate over-the-counter medications and provide professional healthcare advice within the scope of pharmacy practice.

• Manage pharmaceutical inventory, including stock monitoring, ordering, receiving, and proper storage of medications.

• Monitor expiry dates and ensure expired, damaged, or compromised products are promptly removed from stock.

• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, medication sales, inventory, and controlled medicines where applicable.

• Ensure compliance with Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) regulations and other relevant pharmaceutical standards.

• Support daily pharmacy operations, maintain a clean and organised pharmacy environment, and deliver excellent customer service.

• Liaise with healthcare professionals to clarify prescriptions and address patients' medication-related needs.

• Assist with stock-taking, procurement, and inventory reconciliation.

• Stay updated on pharmaceutical products, medication safety practices, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) from a recognised institution.

• Must be registered with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) and hold a valid licence to practise in Nigeria.

• 2–3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a community or retail pharmacy is required.

• Demonstrable experience in prescription dispensing, OTC medication management, and patient counselling.

• Practical knowledge of pharmaceutical inventory management, stock control, and expiry monitoring.

• Good understanding of pharmacy regulations, medication safety, and professional ethics.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and customer service skills.

• Strong attention to detail, sound professional judgement, and the ability to work independently.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with direct, hands-on community pharmacy experience will be prioritised.

• Experience in a busy retail pharmacy or managing day-to-day pharmacy operations is an advantage.

• Candidates who can demonstrate strong dispensing, patient care, and inventory management skills are encouraged to apply.

Application Question(s):

• How many years of post-qualification experience do you have working in a community or retail pharmacy?

Work Location: In person