Pharmaceutical Technologist at Marura Nursing Home

Role Summary

• Provide quality, efficient and integral pharmacy services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Strict maintenance and documentation of the dangerous drugs act.
• Receive prescriptions for medications from medical doctors and other health professionals, and dispense the drugs to patients
• Preparing or supervising the preparation and labeling of liquid medicines, ointments, powders, tablets, and other medications to fill prescriptions
• Monitor storage conditions i.e., expiry status and security of the pharmaceuticals
• Conferring with the doctor or his assistants regarding the ordering, stocking, and pricing of the drugs.
• Keep records / take inventory of all drug stocks ordered, drugs issued to clients and stocks remaining.
• Ensure order and cleanliness at the pharmacy
• Evaluating labels, packaging, and advertising of drug products
• Establish and maintain good relationships with customers which includes clinics, doctors, and other institutions
• Perform other duties as assigned and as the profession demands.

Qualification and Key Competencies

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized medical training institution
• Be registered by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya.
• Valid practicing license
• Proficiency in computer application skills
• Minimum two (2) years of working experience preferably in a busy hospital set up
• Certificate of Good Conduct