Pharmacy Assistant at International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.

 

Pharmacy Assistant

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience1 year
  • LocationTurkana
  • Job FieldPharmaceutical 

Key Responsibilities

  • Order, receive, verify and record all incoming items in the pharmacy
  • Issue and record all items duly requested by the consumption units in the prescribed format
  • Dispense medication to patients and clients.
  • Provide drug information to patients and other healthcare professionals.
  • Maintain pharmacy safety by adhering to infection control procedures, policies and regulations.
  • Ensure proper filing and storage of all the documents in the hospital drug store.
  • Monitor consumptions of items in the consumptions units
  • Ensure proper storage of all items in the pharmacist
  • Regularly monitor expiry dates of all items.
  • Monitor on poor utilized and slow-moving items and in consultation with the supervisor advice the prescribers/users accordingly
  • Monitor the stock levels and in consultation with the supervisor to avoid unnecessary stock outs
  • Ensure proper maintenance of cold chain in the pharmacy
  • Offer pharmaceutical advice when required
  • With the supervisor assist in preparation of consumption reports
  • Conduct regular physical inventory to ensure compliance of records
  • Ensure efficient distribution of nutrition commodities at the pharmacy
  • Do any other duty as assigned to you by your supervisor.

Safeguarding:

  • Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas

  • Accurate and timely documentation of all pharmaceutical and nonpharmaceutical items received in the pharmacy 
  • Daily recording and tracking of temperatures in the cold room and the fridge
  • Proper storage of drugs and medical items.
  • Inventory keeping through tracking of expiries and slow-moving items.

Required Qualifications:

  • A Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
  • He/She must be enrolled by the pharmacy and poisons board
  • Should have a valid practice license
  • At least one year hospital pharmacy experience.

Required Experience & Competencies:

  • A good team player
  • Good communication and writing skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Ability to work ethically in demanding environment. 
  • Good customer care skills.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to International Rescue Committee on theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com to apply

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