Equity Bank Kenya

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Pharmaceutical Technologist (Equity Afya)

Job details

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Description

Qualifications


· Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution

· Registered and Licensed by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB)

· Valid annual Practicing License

· Minimum 3 years’ experience in a retail pharmacy (preferred)

· Good knowledge of essential medications and knowledge of the pharmacy practice aligned with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board

· Strong dispensing accuracy and ability to escalate complex clinical queries.

· Excellent Inventory management skills

· Excellent customer service and communication skills

Responsibilities


Dispensing & Patient Care

o Accurately dispense prescription and over the counter (OTC) medications

o Interpret prescriptions and verify legality and completeness as per PPB and Institutional guidelines

o Provide appropriate patient counselling on safe use of medication i.e. dosage, administration, storage and expected side effects.

o Promote rational use of medications and antimicrobial stewardship

o Engage the prescriber or follow the institutional laid procedure for any complex, ambiguous or challenging prescription or clinical query.

o Ensure all documentation utilized for patient care or stocks management are prepared, properly stored and shared as per institutional policy.

o Ensure adherence to institutional pharmacovigilance policy and procedures

▪ Inventory Management and Business development

o Ensure efficient stock management through close monitoring of stock levels and expiries and adhere to institutional policies.

o Support efficient and lean procurement process and receipt of stocks as per institutional policies

o Ensure storage of medications and other supplies as per the PPB and manufacturer recommended storage conditions.

o Ensure pharmacy operations minimize stock losses, pilferage and expiries.

o Ensure the institutional pharmacy sales and service targets are achieved

o Propose and participate in health promotion campaigns for the retail pharmacy




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