Pharmacy Technologist Assistant, Kakuma, Kenya

Job Description

Under the guidance and supervision of the Facility in Charge the Pharmacist Assistant will be involved in management of the pharmacy and drug management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Order, receive, verify and record all incoming items in the pharmacy
• Issue and record all items duly requested by the consumption units in the prescribed format
• Dispense medication to patients and clients.
• Provide drug information to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain pharmacy safety by adhering to infection control procedures, policies and regulations.
• Ensure proper filing and storage of all the documents in the hospital drug store.
• Monitor consumptions of items in the consumptions units
• Ensure proper storage of all items in the pharmacist
• Regularly monitor expiry dates of all items.
• Monitor on poor utilized and slow-moving items and in consultation with the supervisor advice the prescribers/users accordingly
• Monitor the stock levels and in consultation with the supervisor to avoid unnecessary stock outs
• Ensure proper maintenance of cold chain in the pharmacy
• Offer pharmaceutical advice when required
• With the supervisor assist in preparation of consumption reports
• Conduct regular physical inventory to ensure compliance of records
• Ensure efficient distribution of nutrition commodities at the pharmacy
• Do any other duty as assigned to you by your supervisor.

Safeguarding

Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas

• Accurate and timely documentation of all pharmaceutical and nonpharmaceutical items received in the pharmacy
• Daily recording and tracking of temperatures in the cold room and the fridge
• Proper storage of drugs and medical items.
• Inventory keeping through tracking of expiries and slow-moving items.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• A Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• He/She must be enrolled by the pharmacy and poisons board
• Should have a valid practice license
• At least one year hospital pharmacy experience.
• 1 year post internship experience working in a busy health facility.
• A good team player
• Good communication and writing skills
• Computer literacy
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work ethically in demanding environment.
• Good customer care skills.