Toxic Substances Handling Manager (Pharmacist)
どくぶつげきぶつとりあつかいせきにんしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Pharmacists
Summary
Responsibilities as a pharmacist for compliance with laws and safety management in handling toxic and deleterious substances.
Description
The Toxic Substances Handling Manager (Pharmacist) is a specialist responsible for safety management and legal compliance in the preparation, sale, storage, and disposal of poisons and deleterious drugs, based on the Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Law and the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law. Specifically, they handle the creation and storage of handling records, inspection of storage facilities, education and guidance for employees, formulation of response measures in case of accidents, and reporting to relevant administrative agencies. Additionally, by understanding the properties and risks of chemical substances and maintaining appropriate storage environments, they contribute to accident prevention and quality control.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society and increasing demand for pharmaceuticals, the importance of proper management of toxic substances and legal compliance is growing, and demand for personnel with specialized knowledge is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Aware of Legal Compliance / Cautious / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Hospital Work / Pharmacy Work / Quality Control / Shift Work
Career Path
Pharmacist (Compounding) → Toxic Substances Handling Manager → Store Manager (Pharmacy/Drugstore) → Quality Control Manager → Head Office Manager (Safety Management Department)
Required Skills
Ledger Management / Legal Knowledge (Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Law, Pharmaceutical Affairs Law) / Safe Storage Management / Understanding of Chemical Properties / Understanding of Waste Disposal Procedures / Weighing Techniques
Recommended Skills
Emergency Response / Internal Audit / Quality Control / Risk Assessment / Training and Education Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in handling small quantities and record management. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is required to respond to legal amendments and new chemical substances. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work centers on procedures and laws, and originality is not highly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor management tasks, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Pharmacist License
- Toxic Substances Handling Manager Registration
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