Pharmacist (Dispensing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Pharmacists
Summary
A medical professional who prepares medications based on physicians' prescriptions, manages medication histories, provides medication guidance, and supports safe and appropriate drug therapy for patients.
Description
Dispensing pharmacists at community pharmacies and similar facilities prepare medications based on physicians' prescriptions, manage medication histories, and provide patients with explanations on usage, dosage, and risks of side effects. They handle a variety of tasks including home healthcare support, collaboration with medical teams, insurance claims processing, and inventory management, playing a role in supporting regional medical safety. They are required to continuously learn the latest pharmaceutical information and thoroughly manage quality control and legal compliance.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, demand for community dispensing pharmacies will continue to increase, and the role of pharmacists in home healthcare and team-based medicine is expected to become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Good Communication Skills / High Accuracy / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Home Healthcare / Medical / Night Shift / Part-time
Career Path
Pharmacy Pharmacist (Dispensing Specialist) → Hospital Pharmacist → Drugstore Pharmacist → Pharmaceutical Company MR → Clinical Development Monitor (CRA) → Chief Pharmacist → Pharmacy Manager
Required Skills
Dispensing Operations / Dispensing Techniques / Medication Guidance / Medication History Management / Pharmaceutical Inventory Management / Pharmaceutical Knowledge / Prescription Understanding
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / English Pharmaceutical Literature Reading / Medical Team Collaboration / Pharmaceutical Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because dispensing errors directly impact patient safety. |
| Communication Skills | To provide clear medication guidance to patients. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Due to frequent updates on new drugs and pharmaceutical information. |
| Problem Solving | Requires adaptability for handling drug interactions, dosage adjustments, and similar issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Daily tasks follow standardized procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Pharmacist License
Aliases
- Dispensing Pharmacist
- Prescription Pharmacist
Related Jobs
- Drugstore Pharmacist
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Company MR