Pharmaceutical Technologist Job Vacancy

Our client a leading provider in Pharmacy, Health & Beauty in East Africa seeks to appoint a suitably qualified Pharmaceutical Technologist in Uganda.
This position will report to the Store Manager / Shift Leader and general responsibilities will include:
·         Providing an outstanding level of customer service by assisting and advising on general Pharmacy health & beauty products

·         Support other pharmacy team members in the receipt and preparation of prescriptions and by providing a high level of Patient care.
·         Deliver & promote instore Professional Services
Key Responsibilities
·         Providing outstanding levels of Patient care
·         Receiving and collecting prescriptions following the SOPs as required by the PPB
·         Assembling and labeling medicines with the full description of contents etc as laid down in the SOPs
·         Maintaining accurate and legal patient records on the dispensary system
·         Advising Patients on their medications, taking into consideration relevant drug data sheet information
·         Answering general telephone enquires from surgeries, patients and suppliers
·         Selling to and advising customers on general medicinal products, complimentary preparations & beauty products
·         Knowing when to make a referral to a pharmacist or other healthcare professional
·         Carrying out any administration as required such as Medical insurance claims, KPI collection data & end of month prescription paperwork etc.
·         Operating the EPOS/Till & payment methods together with maintaining an adequate cash float
·         Being an active member of the Pharmacy team that delivers & promotes instore Professional Services.
·         Preparing small scale or individual preparation of special ointments or creams and mixtures
·         Ordering dispensary stock, checking and accepting deliveries and updating the stock control system.
·         Stocking shelves, stock rotation, and date checking
·         Ensuring all dispensary areas are clean and tidy
·         Undertaking other duties appropriate to the post as agreed with the Store/Shift Manager
Essential Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
·         Candidates presently working in Uganda
·         Diploma in Pharmacy
·         Committed to CPD
·         Proven selling & customer service skills
·         Outgoing with a friendly appearance
·         Creative and enthusiastic
·         Team player with strong communication skills
·         Attention to detail
·         Strong numeracy and literacy skills
·         Able to deal with confidential information and follow set processes
·         Registration with the PPB is an added advantage
·         Experience in Stock ordering/control systems is an added advantage
Remuneration: An attractive salary package is on offer dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

Please send your CV in MS Word format to jobs@instepbusinesssolutions.com. Indicate the job title on the subject.