Pharmacy Technician

Company Description DRUG POINT PHARMACY is a community-focused pharmacy dedicated to providing quality medicines and reliable healthcare and wellness products. The pharmacy offers convenient services such as blood pressure monitoring, blood glucose checks, and accessible professional health advice. Open every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, it is committed to supporting the health needs of individuals and families. DRUG POINT PHARMACY emphasizes safe, dependable care and strives to be a trusted destination for quality healthcare in the community.

Role Description The Pharmacy Technician will work on-site at DRUG POINT PHARMACY in Nzema Aiyinasi in a full-time capacity. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting pharmacists in processing and dispensing prescriptions, preparing medications, labeling and packaging drugs, and maintaining accurate patient records. The role involves managing inventory, restocking shelves, monitoring expiry dates, and ensuring proper storage of medicines and supplies. The Pharmacy Technician will provide courteous customer service, answer questions about medications and products within scope of practice, and support basic health services such as blood pressure and blood glucose checks. The individual will also help keep the pharmacy environment clean, organized, and compliant with relevant safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of prescriptions and basic pharmacology, with the ability to accurately process and handle prescription orders.
• Hands-on experience or training in pharmacy operations and pharmacy technician practices.
• Skills in inventory control, including tracking stock levels, managing expiry dates, and organizing pharmaceutical products.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly, professional approach to assisting patients and customers.
• Relevant certification or diploma in Pharmacy Technology or a related field; registration with appropriate regulatory bodies where required.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a pharmacy team, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Previous experience in a community or retail pharmacy setting is an advantage.

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