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The Savannah Hospital, committed to providing quality patient-centered care, is seeking a responsible and detail-oriented Pharmaceutical Technologist to ensure accurate dispensing of medications, provide patient counseling, and manage pharmaceutical supplies effectively.
The Savannah Hospital is looking for a qualified Pharmaceutical Technologist with a strong understanding of pharmacy practices and excellent patient communication skills.
PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIST - The Savannah Hospital
Job Overview
Positions Available: 1 (Implied)
Employment Type: Not Specified
Deadline: 13th May 2025,
Salary: Not Specified (Candidates asked to indicate expected salary)
Purpose of the Job:
To ensure accurate dispensing, patient counseling, and proper handling of pharmaceutical supplies within the hospital.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Dispense medications and other commodities accurately.
- Advise patients on proper drug use, including dosage, administration, and potential side effects.
- Compound and prepare prescriptions as required.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant pharmacy regulations and hospital policies.
- Manage the stock and inventory of medicines, including storage and organization.
- Conduct scheduled stock takes to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Maintain accurate patient records related to medication dispensing in the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS).
- Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, regarding patient medication needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution.
- Registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board of Kenya.
- Current professional practice license from the Pharmacy & Poisons Board.
- A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a busy healthcare setting (hospital or pharmacy).
- Previous use and exposure to a Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) will be an added advantage.
- Ability to read and interpret prescriptions appropriately and offer the required guidance as necessary.
- Strong knowledge of drug dosages, interactions, contraindications, and side effects.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in dispensing and record-keeping.
- Good communication and customer service skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to forward their applications indicating their expected salary with a detailed CV including 3 referees, telephone contact, and email address to:
on or before 13th May 2025. Quote the position you are applying for as the subject e.g., “PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIST”.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high number of applications.
Successful candidates will be required to present the necessary identification and professional documents as outlined in the previous Savannah Hospital posting.
Please note that only online applications will be accepted.
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