Pharmacist
やくざいし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Pharmacists
Summary
Medical professional who dispenses pharmaceuticals, provides medication guidance, and offers pharmaceutical information services.
Description
Pharmacists are medical professionals who accurately dispense medications based on prescriptions, provide medication guidance to patients, and manage medication histories. They collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure the safety and efficacy of drug therapy, while also supporting patient health in diverse settings such as OTC medicine sales and home healthcare.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, demand for pharmacists will remain stable. As healthcare advances and home healthcare expands, greater expertise will be required, and roles in OTC medicine sales and health support will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Compassionate / Excellent communication skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Community Pharmacy Work / Drugstore Work / Home Healthcare / Hospital Work / Pharmaceutical Company Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Community Pharmacy Pharmacist → Hospital Pharmacist → Drugstore Pharmacist → Pharmaceutical Company Pharmacist → Managing Pharmacist → Pharmacy Director
Required Skills
Dispensing Technique / Drug Information / Medical Terminology / Medication Guidance / Medication History Management / Prescription Interpretation
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / IT Skills (Pharmacy System Operation) / Kampo Medicine Knowledge / Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately assess prescription contents and drug interactions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor dispensing errors can lead to serious accidents. |
| Communication Skills | Appropriate communication with patients and medical staff is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to adapt to new drugs and updates in treatment guidelines. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not central to the work. |
Related Qualifications
- Pharmacist License
Aliases
- Pharmacist
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- Nurse
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