Duties
Receive written prescription or refill request and verify that the information is complete and accurate.
Dispense drugs and medication as prescribed by doctors and physicians
Counsel patient on proper use of prescribed medicines clearly stating the route of administration, time, indications and any expected outcome of drug use.
Maintain proper storage condition and security for drugs.
Fill bottles with prescribed medication and type and affix lables.
Add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditions to prepare intravenous (I.v) packs.
Mix pharmaceutical preparations (extemporanous preparations) according to written prescription.
Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices and inform supervisor of stock need and shortages.
Supply and monitor robotic machines that dispense medicines into containers and label the containers.
Assist customers by answering questions or requests and respond to telephone calls.
Compute charges for medications and equipments dispensed to hospital patient and enter data in computer.
Order, label and count stock of medications, chemicals and supplies and enter inventory date into computer.
Establish and maintain patient profiles including list of medications taken by individual patient.
Minimum qualifications and requirements:
Diploma in pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution preferably KMTC
2 years in a similar position in a busy Hospital
Valid practice license (PPB)
Certificate of Registration with PPB
Ability to multi task
Expert knowledge of Pharmaceutical procedures and health and safety protocols
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