About the Role:
The Intern Pharmacist supports the pharmacy team in delivering safe, effective, and high-quality pharmaceutical services under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
The role involves assisting with medication dispensing, patient counseling, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations and standards.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the dispensing of prescription and over-the-counter medications under supervision
Review prescriptions for accuracy and completeness before processing
Support the pharmacist in providing medication counseling and patient education
Assist in monitoring drug interactions, contraindications, and dosage appropriateness
Maintain accurate patient medication records and documentation
Support stock management, including inventory checks, stock rotation, and expiry monitoring
Ensure proper storage of medications according to regulatory standards
Assist in handling customer and patient inquiries professionally
Participate in pharmacovigilance activities and report adverse drug reactions where necessary
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) degree from a recognized institution
Must be undergoing mandatory internship training
Provisional license/registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (if applicable)
Good knowledge of pharmaceutical practices and medication management
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Good teamwork and willingness to learn