Pharmacy Technician（Pharmacy Assistant)

Job Descriptions

1. Ensure all prescriptions are accurately dispensed to the correct patient at all time

• Check all medications supplied are according to the prescription with accurate labels and correct physical medications
• Review appropriateness of prescription and verify with prescriber if necessary. Seek advice from pharmacist where required
• Counsel patient on proper medication administration & technique (where applicable) and advise on appropriate storage condition
• Provide alternatives or suggestions on medication treatment where appropriate
• Provide basic medicine information e.g. indication, dosage, adverse effects, method of administration, etc.

2. Ensure medications are stored according to recommended conditions to maintain efficacy and quality

• Adhere to recommended storage requirements when handling medication in the pharmacy at all times

3. Accurate documentation to ensure compliance to regulatory requirements and accreditation standards

• Document all daily transactions completely and accurately in the required manner e.g. Poison Register, Dangerous Drug Register, Psychotropic Drug Register, Codeine & Pseudoephedrine Register, in accordance to regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

4. Ensure quality and sterility of medication

• Adhere and prepare formulation in accordance to Good Manufacturing Practice e.g. wearing of Personal Protective Equipment during manufacturing.
• Perform cytotoxic drug reconstitution using aseptic technique in accordance to procedure.

5. Ensure all ward stocks are accurately supplied to wards and departments

• Prepare and supply all ward stocks according to requirements.

6. Ensure standards & customers' expectations are met

7.Perform any other duties assigned to meet company and department goals and objectives

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution, or certificate of dispensing/relevant certificate from a recognized institution
• Experience in hospital pharmacy is an advantage. Fresh graduates may also be considered