Senior / Pharmacy Technician (JCH)

The incumbent is responsible to:

1. Assist the pharmacist in the processing of medication orders for inpatient and outpatient dispensing which includes typing, packing, labelling and distribution of drug supplies to the wards and other hospital departments.
2. Perform billing functions and ensure that cost and revenue of all stocks supplied are recovered.
3. Dispense medicines under the supervision of a pharmacist.
4. Monitor and maintain inventory stock level of drugs in the areas of work.
5. Receive, unpack and check deliveries against the appropriate documents, to ensure that items supplied are correct and accounted for.
6. Perform stock receipts and issues strictly in FIFO order.
7. Assist in providing quality customer service.
8. Maintain the cleanliness of the work areas and prepare these for daily operations.
9. Assist in orientating new staff assigned to the section.
10. Support the hospital by participating actively in the various activities organized by the hospital.

Job Requirements:

1. Certificate in Pharmacy Technician Course or a Diploma in Biomedical Science (Specialization in Pharmaceutical Science Technology) or Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and relevant experience.
2. Able to work staggered shift duties.