Pharmacist at Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing safe dispensing procedures by monitoring dispensing process as performed by pharmaceutical technologists. 
• Proactive and effective interventions at all stages of medication management and use system (MMU) to curb errors.
• Proactively engaging in follow up of client concerns and timely feedback.
• Ensuring efficient pharmacy service flow by managing turn-around-times.
• Implementation of Quality policies and departmental indicators.
• Active participation in drug use reviews (DURs) and patient review rounds (ward rounds) in the hospital.
• Stock management particularly controlling stock variation
• Preparation and dispensing medications in a safe and accurate manner, especially the High Alert Medications.
• Preparation and timely submission of expected reports such as medication error report, interventions, stock variance and client satisfaction reports.

The requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized University.
• Registration Certificate and Practice License from Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• 2 years’ work experience in a busy hospital setup.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite will be an added advantage.
• Evidence of knowledge and experience in chemotherapy & IV admixture techniques.