Die Apothekerkammer Berlin is the corporation under public law and the official professional representation for around 6,000 pharmacists in the capital. It assumes state tasks in self-administration and acts within the framework of the Berliner Heilberufekammergesetz. The Senatsverwaltung für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Pflege acts as the supervisory authority.
Core tasks and services:
- Representation of interests: The chamber represents the interests of Berlin pharmacists vis-à-vis politics, authorities and other institutions.
- Professional development: An extensive range of further education and training courses, seminars, workshops and the annual further education congress ensure the constant updating and deepening of pharmaceutical knowledge. The Apothekerkammer Berlin offers its members a wide range of events to support them in their professional development and keep them up to date with the latest pharmaceutical science.
- Quality assurance: The Apothekerkammer Berlin is committed to high quality standards in pharmacies. It offers support in the implementation of quality management systems (QMS) and carries out quality checks.
- Advice and information: Members receive comprehensive advice and information on all profession-related topics, from legal issues to practical tips for pharmacy operations.
- Job market: The chamber operates a job market that supports pharmacists and pharmaceutical staff in their job search and helps pharmacies recruit staff.
- Emergency service organization: The Apothekerkammer Berlin organizes the emergency service of pharmacies in Berlin to ensure a comprehensive supply of medicines even outside regular opening hours.
- Public relations: The chamber informs the public about the services provided by pharmacies and the importance of pharmaceutical care.
- Pharmacy operation: The Apothekerkammer offers a variety of services for pharmacy operations. It is available to answer your questions about opening a new pharmacy, changing owners or closing your pharmacy.
Member orientation and service:
The team at the office in Littenstraße provides professional and service-oriented support to chamber members in all professional and technical matters. The Apothekerkammer Berlin offers its members and other persons who have positions for chamber members or pharmaceutical staff to fill the opportunity to publish job advertisements, job applications and offers for internships after registering accordingly.
