RU/AFP/04/12/24

Job Description

An officer at this level shall:


Provide drug information to patients, clinical officer, nurse and other medical staff;
Timely and accurate posting of dispensed drugs for billing purposes;
Place orders for stock replenishment to the pharmacy store to maintain optimal stock levels;
Participate in regular monitoring of drugs for expiry;
Counsel patients appropriately to ensure adherence to drug therapy;
Participate in stock taking exercise and ensure timely explanation of stock variances;
Enter prescription orders into the computer and making labels appropriately;
Receive drugs and verify against the stock transfer printout;
Perform stock count and stock movement analysis;
Shelving of items appropriately; and
Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.


Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade one must have:-


Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent from recognized medical training institution or any other recognized training institution
At least three (3) years post qualification work experience.
Valid registration certificate from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Computer literacy