Pharmaceutical Technologist at St. Francis Community Hospital

About the Role

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual for this position in Nairobi, Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

• Review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, ascertain needed ingredients, and evaluate their suitability
• Provide information and advice to patients regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage
• Maintain records, including pharmacy files, inventories, and control records for narcotics and controlled drugs
• Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by doctors and dentists by calculating, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients, or oversee these activities
• Plan, implement, or maintain procedures for packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal
• Analyze prescription trends to monitor patient compliance and prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions
• Order and purchase pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, and drugs while maintaining stock and ensuring proper storage and handling

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a reputable institution
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a hospital or busy health facility
• Pharmacy & Poisons Board certification (mandatory)

Required Skills

• Excellent proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Professional etiquette
• Customer-focused approach with willingness to go the extra mile