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Kauvery hospital launched its first hospital more than two decades ago, the founders of Kauvery Hospital have been determined on creating world class healthcare facilities that shall be affordable. The founding doctors set off on this dream in 1999 with a 30-bed hospital in Trichy, with single-minded focus on offering ‘best-in-class healthcare, with a personal touch.’ This was a very new concept in a tier 2 city like Trichy which lacked a tertiary care hospital at the time. Today, Kauvery is a multi-specialty hospital chain with 2250+ beds in six locations including Trichy, Chennai, Salem, Hosur, Tirunelveli and Bengaluru. With twelve hospitals and a workforce of over 8000+ Kauvery’s mission is to provide exemplary secondary and tertiary care.

Our Vision

- To be the most respected & trusted healthcare care providerOur Mission

- To make great healthcare affordableValues

- CHEERS (Continual Improvement, Heartfelt Personal touch, Ethical, Empathetic Care, Real Accountability, Service Excellence)

Qualification

- BPHARM / DPHARM (10+ years preferably from hospital industry)Location

- Trichy

Job Description : The Pharmacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the hospital pharmacy, ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient dispensing of medications. This role involves managing pharmacy staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, managing inventory, and ensuring the highest standard of patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

Pharmacy Operations Management:Oversee the day-to-day operations of the hospital pharmacy, ensuring that all activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.Ensure accurate and timely dispensing of medications to patients.Develop and implement policies and procedures for the safe storage, handling, and administration of medications.Staff Management:Supervise, train, and mentor pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and support staff.Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to staff.Schedule staff shifts and manage workload distribution to ensure optimal pharmacy operations.Inventory Management:Monitor and manage the inventory of medications and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to procure medications and supplies at optimal pricing.Ensure that expired or recalled medications are removed and properly disposed of.Regulatory Compliance:Ensure that all pharmacy operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including the maintenance of proper documentation and records.Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.Patient Care:Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to patients.Ensure that patients receive appropriate counseling on the use of medications, potential side effects, and interactions.Address and resolve any medication-related issues or concerns that may arise.Budget and Financial Management:Develop and manage the pharmacy budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.Monitor and analyze financial performance, implementing strategies to improve profitability and reduce costs.Quality Improvement:Implement and oversee quality improvement initiatives to enhance pharmacy services and patient outcomes.Stay updated with the latest advancements in pharmaceutical practices and incorporate them into the pharmacy's operations.Technology and Systems Management:Oversee the implementation and maintenance of pharmacy information systems and technologies.Ensure that staff are trained in the use of pharmacy software and systems for efficient operations.

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