Narcotics Pharmacists

Position: Narcotics Pharmacists Location: Riyadh Nationality: Saudi We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Narcotics Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing controlled medications in accordance with applicable regulations, ensuring safe dispensing practices, maintaining accurate records, and supporting medication safety and compliance. Key Responsibilities • Manage the receipt, storage, dispensing, and distribution of narcotic and controlled medications. • Ensure compliance with applicable Ministry of Health (MOH) and Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) regulations and institutional policies. • Maintain accurate records of controlled medications, including receipts, dispensing, returns, and stock balances. • Monitor inventory levels, expiration dates, and storage conditions of controlled medications. • Conduct regular stock reconciliations and participate in controlled-drug audits. • Investigate and report discrepancies, medication incidents, and suspected losses according to established procedures. • Verify prescriptions and ensure the appropriate authorization for controlled medication dispensing. • Maintain secure storage and restricted access to controlled medications. • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote medication safety. • Prepare reports and ensure proper documentation for inspections and regulatory audits. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (BPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution. • Valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) registration and classification, as applicable. • Previous experience in hospital pharmacy, controlled-drug management, or narcotics dispensing is preferred. • Knowledge of controlled-substance regulations, pharmacy policies, and medication safety standards. • Understanding of inventory management, stock reconciliation, and pharmaceutical documentation. • Familiarity with pharmacy information systems and electronic medical records. • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professional integrity. • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Key Skills • Controlled Drug Management • Narcotics Dispensing and Monitoring • Medication Safety and Regulatory Compliance • Inventory Control and Stock Reconciliation • Pharmaceutical Documentation and Reporting • Prescription Verification • Pharmacy Auditing and Quality Assurance • Medication Error Prevention • Pharmacy Information Systems • Confidentiality and Professional Ethics

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (BPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution. Valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) registration and classification, as applicable. Previous experience in hospital pharmacy, controlled-drug management, or narcotics dispensing is preferred. Knowledge of controlled-substance regulations, pharmacy policies, and medication safety standards. Understanding of inventory management, stock reconciliation, and pharmaceutical documentation. Familiarity with pharmacy information systems and electronic medical records. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professional integrity. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Manage the receipt, storage, dispensing, and distribution of narcotic and controlled medications. Ensure compliance with applicable Ministry of Health (MOH) and Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) regulations and institutional policies. Maintain accurate records of controlled medications, including receipts, dispensing, returns, and stock balances. Monitor inventory levels, expiration dates, and storage conditions of controlled medications. Conduct regular stock reconciliations and participate in controlled-drug audits. Investigate and report discrepancies, medication incidents, and suspected losses according to established procedures. Verify prescriptions and ensure the appropriate authorization for controlled medication dispensing. Maintain secure storage and restricted access to controlled medications. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote medication safety. Prepare reports and ensure proper documentation for inspections and regulatory audits.