Pharmaceutical Technologist

Key Responsibilities:

Preparation and packaging of drugs ready for dispensing to patients;
Monthly ordering/Procurement of drugs from our suppliers;
Keeping a formulary of essential drugs to avoid wastage;
Directing patients with prescriptions accordingly to the relevant departments for their clearance;
Dispensing drugs to patients with approved prescriptions;
Ensure good order in the dispensing and store room;
Keep up to date records of drugs in the system as prescribed;
Use of FIFO (first in first out) basis in dispensing drugs;
Use of FEFO (first expiry first out) basis;
Record of Antibiotics consumption and other drugs;
Records of injections on a daily basis;
Issue Pharmacy reports to the Health Centre Manager at the end of each month 

which should also include:

Coartem monthly consumption (malarial drug)
ARVS monthly consumption.
Assist the auditors to take the stocktaking at the end of each year;
Supervise all activities in the pharmacy store and report any anomalies to the Health Centre Manager;
Any other task that may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Competencies:

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology;
At least 3 years’ experience.;
Must have registration certificate from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB);
Valid practicing license;
Good report writing and analytical skills;
Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
Good communication, leadership and interpersonal skills;
Excellent store management/Procurement skills preferred

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their applications which should include the cover letter, qualification documents, together with an updated CV with at least three referees with their telephone numbers addressed to The Human Resource Manager, Ruben Centre.
Applications can be submitted via email recruitment@rubencentre.org and copy hrm@rubencentre.org.
Kindly include your current and expected remuneration, and your availability in your application.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Apply via :

recruitment@rubencentre.org