Principal Pharmacist, Inpatient (Tengah General and Community Hospital)

Nestled in the heart of Tengah Evergreen Town, the new Tengah General and Community Hospital will be an exciting and innovative health campus providing a comprehensive range of clinical specialties and healthcare services including emergency, inpatient, rehabilitative and outpatient specialist care.

As part of National University Health System (NUHS) cluster, this state-of-the-art facility is slated to be ready by early 2030s.

Intricately connected with the surrounding community, Tengah Health Campus offers you the opportunity to create a healthcare facility of the future, tightly integrated with the residents and nature. As a people-focused organisation, we believe in respect and recognition. By harnessing the passion and strength of our team and putting them at the core of our culture, we create a nurturing environment to excel and deliver fulfilling care.

Be part of our groundbreaking team to bring our vision to life - a hospital in a forest, and a healing oasis within the hospital.Join #TeamTengah #TengahHealthCampus

Principal Pharmacist, Informatics Specialist

Job Description:

• Effectively oversee and enhance the utilization of technology in pharmacy operations.
• Explore the market for innovative technology solutions to enhance pharmacy workflows and efficiency.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on the latest technological advancements.
• Evaluate and assess products to determine their suitability for pharmacy operations.
• Source and procure technology products that align with the needs of the pharmacy.
• Implement and integrate selected technology solutions into pharmacy operations.
• Troubleshoot and monitor issues to ensure system functionality.
• Prepare test plans and data, and provide support during testing phases.
• Lead audits and manage data extractions and reporting as required, offering viable solutions and explanations in coordination with the HOD and RO.
• Oversee the development of training syllabi and materials for champion users and end-users, providing after-office-hours support when scheduled.
• Plan, lead and provide on-site user support during implementation of new systems/modules.
• Perform configuration and parameter setup within vendor applications and products, collaborating with relevant stakeholders, such as ALPS Procurement, Business Office, Medical Informatics Team, and Retail Procurement, for proper setup.
• Lead the inter-operability and integration of Information systems and automation systems for medications.
• Define and document user requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive system documentation.
• Prepare test plans and data, providing necessary support during testing phases.
• Develop detailed system specifications and accurately perform configurations and setups.
• Audit data entered by end users to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Extract reports for analysis and perform strategic planning with relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate business continuity and ensure dependability of systems and interface for smooth daily operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to review national or hospital-level policies and procedure manuals, ensuring that necessary system revisions are implemented accordingly.
• Any tasks/projects which may be assigned time to time from Reporting Officer.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Pharmacy with professional registration.
• A team player with positive attitude and strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with an eye for collecting, organizing, analysing, and disseminating large volumes of information with precision and accuracy.
• Passion for continuous learning and a self - directed learner.
• Agile and adaptable, capable of thriving in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.