Locum Pharmacist – Full-time (Benin City)

About the role

We are seeking a competent, responsible, and patient‑focused Locum Pharmacist to oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensure safe dispensing of medications, and provide professional pharmaceutical care to customers. The role is full‑time on a locum basis with compensation based on hours worked.

Key responsibilities

• Dispense prescription and over‑the‑counter medications accurately and safely.
• Provide appropriate medication counselling and pharmaceutical advice to customers.
• Review prescriptions and identify potential drug interactions, contraindications, or dosage concerns.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of medicines.
• Monitor inventory, expiry dates, and stock levels.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise pharmacy assistants and other pharmacy personnel where applicable.
• Keep the pharmacy clean, professional, and customer‑service oriented.
• Report medication, stock, or operational issues to Management promptly.
• Perform other pharmacy‑related duties assigned by Management.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Pharm.D from a recognized institution.
• Current pharmacist registration/licence with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN).
• Previous experience in a retail/community pharmacy (advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of prescription handling, dispensing, and medication counselling.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage pharmacy operations effectively.

Required skills

• Prescription handling
• Dispensing
• Medication counselling
• Drug interaction review