Duties and Responsibilities


Screening prescriptions for legal validity, drug contraindications, drug interactions, appropriateness of dose frequency and duration of dosing and patience convenience;
Preparing and dispensing medicines according to good dispensing practices and counseling patients on use of medicines;
Making extemporaneous preparations;
Participating in ward rounds;
Identifying medicinal gaps and challenges;
Maintaining a daily activity logbook for recording all activities undertaken;
Recommending over the counter medicines to patients/clients with simple medical conditions and making necessary referrals;
Making entries into the relevant inventory management records and register.


Requirements for Appointment


Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree(B.Pharm) from an Institution recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
Successfully completed one (1)year Internship from a recognized Institution;
Registration Certificate by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
Valid practicing licence from Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized Institution.