Pharmacist

Pharmacist – Ninewells Hospital (Pvt) Ltd

Job Overview

Ninewells Hospital (Pvt) Ltd is seeking a qualified and experienced Pharmacist to join its healthcare team in Sri Lanka. The ideal candidate should have a recognized pharmacy qualification, registration with the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC), and experience in hospital pharmacy operations. The successful applicant will be responsible for safe medication dispensing, patient counselling, pharmacy inventory management, and supporting high-quality patient care.

Position Details

Job Title: Pharmacist

Company Name: Ninewells Hospital (Pvt) Ltd

Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Work Address: No. 55/1, Kirimandala Mawatha, Narahenpita, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka

Job Category: Healthcare, Pharmacy, Medical Services

Required Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent professional qualification

Professional Registration: Registration with the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC), as specified in the vacancy advertisement

Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience in hospital pharmacy operations, including leadership experience

Employment Type: Not Specified

Application Email: careers@ninewellshospital.lk

Contact Number: +94 70 635 0103

Company Overview

Ninewells Hospital (Pvt) Ltd is a private healthcare institution in Sri Lanka dedicated to providing healthcare services through professional medical and support teams. The hospital emphasizes patient safety, quality healthcare, and effective collaboration among healthcare professionals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Registration with the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC), as specified in the vacancy announcement.
• Minimum of two years of experience in hospital pharmacy operations, including leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of clinical pharmacy practices and medication safety.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and professional standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and safe medication practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and accurately dispense prescriptions in accordance with clinical requirements and professional standards.
• Provide appropriate medication counselling and guidance to patients, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Monitor medication therapy and identify potential drug interactions, contraindications, and medication-related problems.
• Take appropriate action to address medication-related concerns.
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including procurement, receiving, storage, and stock rotation.
• Monitor expiry dates and maintain appropriate controls for medicines, including controlled medicines.
• Maintain accurate dispensing, patient, medication, and inventory records.
• Protect patient confidentiality and comply with relevant professional standards.
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to support safe and high-quality patient care.
• Support efficient pharmacy operations and ensure compliance with applicable procedures and regulations.

Required Skills

• Clinical pharmacy knowledge and prescription validation.
• Safe medication dispensing and patient counselling.
• Medication safety and drug interaction assessment.
• Pharmacy inventory and stock management.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and standards.
• Leadership and team management.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a healthcare environment.

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Professional and supportive work environment.
• Continuous learning and training programmes.
• Employee recognition and wellness benefits.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV along with contact details of two non-related referees to the Human Resources Department.

Application Email: careers@ninewellshospital.lk

Email Subject: Pharmacist

Contact Number: +94 70 635 0103

Postal Address:

Human Resources Department
Ninewell Hospital (Pvt) Ltd
No. 55/1, Kirimandala Mawatha
Narahenpita, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka

Website: www.ninewellshospital.lk

Applicants should mention the position applied for in the email subject line and clearly outline their pharmacy qualifications, professional registration, and relevant hospital pharmacy experience in their CV.

Important Notes

• Applicants should possess the required pharmacy qualifications and professional registration specified in the vacancy announcement.
• A minimum of two years of hospital pharmacy experience, including leadership experience, is required.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge of medication safety, clinical pharmacy practices, and pharmacy inventory management.
• Applicants must submit their CV with contact details of two non-related referees.
• The advertisement does not specify a closing date or a fixed salary.
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka.