Intern Pharmacist (Ministry of Health and Medical Services)

The intern pharmacist position is a 12-month temporary position in which a pharmacy graduates from a Bachelor of Pharmacy course gain the necessary skills and experience, under the guidance and supervision of an approved registered preceptor, to satisfy the requirements for registration as a Pharmacist in Fiji.

The position contributes to optimum patient care by undertaking the functions of a pharmacist, within the scope and responsibility of an intern pharmacist, and within the relevant regulatory framework.

Key Responsibilities

1. Application of the 7 Competence Standards under the Pharmacy Internship Program

2. Provide courteous, professional & high quality customer counselling on medicines and pharmacy service

3. Verify prescriptions, check for harmful interactions, prepare and dispense medicines under supervision by a registered pharmacist

4. Mix compounds according to a pharmacist’s or doctor’s instructions

5. Actively contribute to the corporate functions of the Ministry as required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. Knowledge of legal requirements for registration as a pharmacist in Fiji
2. 2. Good knowledge of pharmacotherapy and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical situations
3. 3. Good understanding of the role of the Hospital Pharmacist and a Community Pharmacist to achieve good healthcare outcomes
4. 4. Knowledge and application of Good Dispensing Practices & Good Pharmaceutical Practices
5. 5. A sound understanding and conscientious application of the Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
6. 6. Understanding of the Fijian Constitution (2013) and applicable laws of Fiji

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated ability to work individually and also within a team, to follow instructions and meet agreed timelines
2. 2. Demonstrated ability to support and deliver high quality customer service for medicines and pharmacy services
3. 3. Demonstrate ability to interact with all colleagues in a professional and positive manner to foster good rapport, promote team spirit and ensure two‐way communications.
4. 4. Service oriented approach with a commitment to supporting the operational/corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. Quality Pharmacy services are delivered within the agreed timeframes and compliant with medical & pharmacy standards

2. Medicine information is provided, readily available, and accessible by members of medical staff and the general public

3. Successful completion of the Pharmacy Internship Program at the end of the 52 weeks.

4. Actively participate to any assigned Ministry activities whenever required.

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Ms Melaia Tamani on email melaia.tamani@health.gov.fj on telephone 3306177 ext 340229 / 340173