Pharmacy Technician

Job title : Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary

• The Pharmacy Technician will assist the Pharmacist in dispensing medications, managing pharmaceutical inventory, and ensuring smooth daily operations within the pharmacy unit.
• The ideal candidate must be professional, attentive to detail, organized, and committed to quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities
Medication Dispensing Support:

• Assist the Pharmacist in dispensing prescribed medications
• Package and label medications appropriately
• Ensure accurate measurement and preparation of medications

Inventory & Stock Management:

• Monitor drug stock levels and expiry dates
• Arrange and organize medications properly on shelves
• Assist in stock taking and inventory documentation
• Report low stock or expired products promptly.

Patient & Customer Service:

• Attend to patients and customers professionally
• Provide basic guidance on medication usage as directed by the Pharmacist
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Record Keeping & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and prescription files
• Ensure proper documentation of dispensed medications
• Support daily pharmacy administrative activities.

Pharmacy Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure cleanliness and proper hygiene within the pharmacy unit
• Follow all pharmaceutical and healthcare regulations
• Support the Pharmacist in maintaining safe medication practices.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Pharmacy Technician certification / licence
• Previous experience in a hospital or retail pharmacy setting is an added advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be responsible, organized, and patient-friendly
• Ability to work under supervision and follow professional ethics
• Basic knowledge of medications, prescriptions, and inventory management
• Computer literacy is an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Integrity and professionalism
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.