Combine patient counseling with medication safety and formulary management on an international pharmacy assignment in Balad, Iraq.

At International SOS Government Medical Services, you'll support healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U.S. and internationally. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, delivering healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide.

In this role, you’ll assess, evaluate, manage, and support medication therapies for patients of all ages in outpatient and emergent settings. Your work will span dispensing pharmacy operations, medication guidance for healthcare practitioners, and accountability for prescription and controlled medications.

You’ll also chair the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, with responsibility for formulary management, and participate in other multidisciplinary committees and administrative projects as assigned.

• Position Title: Pharmacist
• Assignment Location: Onsite in Balad, Iraq; relocation required.
• Work Environment: Work is normally performed in a deployed work environment.
• Coverage: On-call availability required.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and operate a dispensing pharmacy, including prescription intake and recording, accurate packaging and dispensing, and complete medication records. Collect daily data on prescriptions dispensed and the number of patients receiving prescriptions.
• Counsel patients on proper medication use, possible adverse reactions, and polypharmacy. Provide medication education and prescription recommendations to practitioners, advise on potential interactions, and assist nursing staff with medication reconciliation.
• Develop and manage a formulary appropriate to the population and medical services provided. Manage non-formulary, controlled, and other critical medications, including resuscitation medications and medications unique to pregnant individuals.
• Oversee medication ordering and inventory to maintain required stock levels within established budgets. Manage the cold chain for temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals, including vaccines, and oversee expired medication returns to maximize credit when applicable.
• Maintain accountability and required records for prescription and controlled medications. Participate in required monthly controlled-drug inventory counts, audits, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Ensure regulatory compliance throughout medication procurement, storage, distribution, and use. Review and update departmental policies, inspect medication stock and use outside the pharmacy, and report noncompliance to the Chief Medical Officer, Health Service Manager, and Chief Pharmacist.
• Monitor pharmacy operations, report adverse drug reactions and medication errors, and implement quality improvements and corrective actions. Participate in mass-casualty drills as requested.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD), Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS Pharm), or country equivalent.
• Hold and maintain a current pharmacy license and registration from your country of origin, with education and graduation transcripts.
• A minimum of three years of experience as a practicing pharmacist, with at least six months of work in the pharmacist career field within the previous 12 months.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English.

Assignment and Physical Requirements

• Obtain medical clearance and maintain current immunizations.
• Possess a valid passport from your country of record before relocation and maintain a current passport throughout your stay in Balad.
• Be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods. Work may also require bending, stooping, and lifting up to 15 pounds.

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Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.