Pharmacist

Job Description – Pharmacist (Arabic Speaker)

Company: Al Zaabi Group – Healthcare Division Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Position: Pharmacist – Arabic Speaker Department: Pharmacy License Requirement: Valid DOH License / DOH Eligibility Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Arabic-speaking Pharmacist to join our healthcare division in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Department of Health (DOH) license or eligibility and have experience in pharmacy operations, medication dispensing, patient counselling, and regulatory compliance within the UAE healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately in accordance with DOH regulations and pharmacy policies.
• Provide professional medication counselling to patients regarding dosage, administration, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Review prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential medication-related concerns.
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, UAE healthcare laws, and pharmacy operating procedures.
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including stock monitoring, expiry checks, and medication storage.
• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, controlled medications, and pharmacy transactions.
• Process insurance prescriptions and coordinate with insurance providers regarding approvals and rejections.
• Communicate effectively with Arabic-speaking and English-speaking patients.
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe medication management.
• Support pharmacy sales activities while maintaining ethical pharmaceutical practices.
• Ensure high standards of patient satisfaction and customer service.
• Maintain pharmacy cleanliness, organization, and readiness for regulatory inspections.

Qualifications \& Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Valid DOH Pharmacist License or DOH Eligibility – Mandatory.
• Previous experience working in a pharmacy in Abu Dhabi or elsewhere in the UAE is preferred.
• Fluency in Arabic is mandatory; proficiency in English is required.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical products, medication dispensing, and drug interactions.
• Familiarity with UAE health insurance systems and pharmacy billing procedures.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
• Immediate joiners or candidates with a short notice period will be preferred.

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person