Head of Pharmacy at AIC Githumu Mission Hospital

 

As a Head of Pharmacy you will be responsible for preparing and administering appropriate pharmaceuticals to patients. You will achieve this either by executing a physician’s order or by addressing the patient’s problems and needs.

 

• Review and execute physician’s prescriptions checking their appropriateness and legality
• Organize the pharmacy in an efficient manner to make the identification of products easier and faster
• Maintain full control over delivering, stocking and labeling medicine and other products and monitor their condition to prevent expiring or deterioration
• Listen carefully to customers to interpret their needs and issues and offer information and advice
• Prepare medicine when appropriate using correct dosages and material for each individual patient
• Keep records of patient history and of all activities regarding heavy medication
• Keep abreast of advancements in medicine by attending conferences and seminars and collaborating with other healthcare professionals
• Comply with all applicable legal rules, regulations and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Medical Director.    

• Diploma in Pharmacy/Pharmacology
• Atleast 6 years’ experience in pharmacy
• Valid license to practice the profession
• Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands etc.    

• Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands etc.
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Hospital/Pharmacy information systems
• Good organizing skills
• Excellent communication skills with a customer oriented approach

• Integrity and compassion