Challenges Faced by Female Pharmacists at Workplaces

Abstract

This study was conducted to explore challenges faced by female pharmacist in their field. Purpose of this study was to know about the challenges faced by the female pharmacist at workplace. A narrative research is conducted in District Lahore on a sample of 15 Female pharmacist (5 working female of university of Lahore and 10 from lab). A structured interview guide was used to collect data. After the responses were recorded, verbatim transcription was done of each interview. Eleven major themes were extracted after the thematic analysis of the collected data. Findings of the study revealed that the pharmacist faced major issues which are transport, harassment, income etc. They showed significant level of satisfaction; however they are not fully passionate in their field. Pharmacist were of the view that if all of the facilities are sufficiently provide to them, they performed well and can give far better results. The results showed that the working female pharmacist faced many problems regarding work environment, regional discrimination, time management related issues. Although, pharmaceutical departments have to face many complications yet it is working its best in providing the services. To conclude, we can say that female pharmacist faced many challenges at work place after taking their in-depth interviews.