PHARMACY ASSISTANT

About the role

Required to perform various tasks within the Pharmacy Services including dispensing, preparation of drugs, compounding, repacking and counseling of customers regarding drug delivery devices to ensure safe and effective dispensation of medication.

Key responsibilities

• Screening and order entry of prescriptions and drug charts
• Confirmation with doctors in the event of illegible handwriting, dosage/frequency/duration error or drug unavailability
• Compounding pharmaceutical products for extemporaneous use
• Packaging, labelling, checking and dispensing of medications
• Sending prepared medications to the ward
• Conducting monthly ward check and pharmacy stock check on slow moving items and short expiry items
• Providing patient counselling when required
• Providing drug information to patients, doctors, nurses and other hospital personnel
• Restocking drugs in pharmacy, wards and units
• Ensuring adequate inventory level of general supplies for smooth service operation

Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification.
• 1–4 years of working experience in a hospital pharmacy or related healthcare setting.
• Good knowledge of pharmacy inventory management and clinical practices.
• Ability to multitask effectively while on duty.
• Strong ability to prioritize workloads and meet project timelines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage stress in a demanding environment.
• Pleasant personality with a positive attitude and adaptability to changing work environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good time management skills and a strong sense of accountability for assigned roles and responsibilities.