Tasks of a Pharmacist |
Being a pharmacist includes many tasks. The daily routine of a pharmacist is very hectic and stressful. Pharmacists work irregular hours in hospitals, clinics, or drug stores that often includes weekend hours. A pharmacist's typical tasks are: - compounds radioactive substances and reagents to prepare radiopharmaceutical, following radiopharmacy laboratory precedures. - plans and direct the mixing, packaging, storing, and labeling of pharmaceuticals according to legal requirements. - reviews prescriptions to assure accuracy and suitability. - answers questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage of medications. - consults medical staff to discuss drug applications and to review or evaluate the effectiveness or pharmaceuticals. - adheres to establishd procedures concerning the security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste. - maintain records, such as pharmacy files, inventory reports, and substance control logs. - asnalyzes records to find prescribing trends and excessive usuage. |
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