Staff Pharmacist

Position: Staff Pharmacist

Location: TeleCure Medical and Diagnostic Center, 221 Tanjeco St., San Vicente, City of Malolos, Bulacan

Employment Type: Full-time, Probationary

Reports To: Branch Manager

Role Overview

The Staff Pharmacist supports the daily operations of TeleCure Pharmacy by ensuring that pharmaceutical services are safe, accurate, patient-centered, and compliant with all applicable regulations. The role includes medication dispensing, patient counseling, inventory monitoring, and documentation support for PhilHealth medication programs and primary care services.

Working under the supervision of the Branch Manager, the Staff Pharmacist will help ensure compliance with Department of Health (DOH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and PhilHealth requirements while contributing to efficient pharmacy operations and quality patient care.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Pharmacy Operations and Dispensing

• Accurately dispense prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and applicable regulations.
• Provide patients with clear medication counseling regarding dosage, administration, storage, precautions, and possible side effects.
• Perform daily pharmacy operations in compliance with DOH, FDA, PhilHealth, and company policies.
• Strictly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), patient safety standards, and infection control protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and medication information in accordance with data privacy and professional standards.

PhilHealth Pharmacy Program Support

• Assist in processing PhilHealth medication claims and ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation of dispensed medicines.
• Coordinate with the Medical Records Team to ensure consistency between medication records and patient documentation.
• Monitor medicine allocation and utilization under PhilHealth programs and promptly report low stock levels or discrepancies.
• Assist management and regulatory personnel during PhilHealth audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Inventory and Supply Chain Support

• Monitor medicine inventory levels and conduct regular cycle counts and stock checks.
• Identify and report near-expiry, expired, damaged, or slow-moving items for proper disposition.
• Monitor and document pharmacy temperature logs and ensure proper storage conditions, product stability, and handling of medicines in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and regulatory standards.
• Prepare replenishment requests and coordinate with the Supply Chain Supervisor to maintain adequate stock availability.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation to support pharmacy compliance, traceability, and audit readiness.

Patient and Community Support

• Promote rational drug use and provide professional, empathetic, and patient-centered medication counseling.
• Assist patients with general inquiries related to prescribed medications and pharmacy procedures.

Compliance and Documentation

Maintain an active Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Pharmacist License in good standing.

• Ensure all pharmacy records, logs, reports, and documentation—both printed and electronic—are complete, accurate, organized, and properly secured.
• Assist in preparing internal reports and regulatory submissions as required by management or government agencies.
• Participate in training, quality improvement initiatives, and compliance-related activities.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, segregation, and handling of pharmaceutical products to maintain quality and safety standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• May be assigned or rotated to other company facilities or locations based on operational requirements and patient care needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.

License

• Must be a Registered Pharmacist with an active PRC license.
• Newly board-passed pharmacists are highly encouraged to apply.

Experience

• Previous work experience in a retail, community, hospital, or primary care pharmacy setting is an advantage but not required.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of pharmacy operations, inventory management, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with PhilHealth primary care programs is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Point of Sale (POS) systems, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and pharmacy documentation systems is an advantage.
• Proficient in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity, professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Employment Details

Work Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 8 hours per day

Application Process

Interested candidates may submit their resume and cover letter to:

Email: [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Statement

TeleCure Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and professional work environment for all employees.