CITY OF VICTORIA FALLS
Pharmacy Technician – Grade C3 (x1)
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the vacant position referred to above which has arisen within Victoria Falls City Council.
Job Purpose
• Assisting with the preparation of prescriptions and medications for patients/clients
Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare prescriptions and dispense medicines • Read patients/clients’ charts and prepares the appropriate medication • Assemble prescription packets for patients/clients
• Verify information on the prescription for completeness and accuracy before dispensing.
• Advise patients/clients of any possible side effects and precautions with dispensed medicines
• Make requisitions for medicines and sundries from Natpharm as well as other medicine suppliers
• Order, receive and maintain inventory of medicines and sundries
• Ensure medicines and sundries are safe and secure at all times
• Recognise and report problems in the dispensing process • Enter data in computer system, recording all the prescriptions, requisitions and disbursements • Perform other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.
• Prepare medical products and other complex treatments, under the supervision of a registered Pharmacist
• Establish and maintain efficient working relationships with co-workers and patients/clients
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports as required by the Council.
• Work hand in hand with the Sister-in-Charge of the Council health facilities.
Qualifications and Competencies
• 5 ‘O’ Levels including Mathematics, English Language and Science.
• Diploma in Pharmacy Technician
• Must be registered with the Pharmacists Council of Zimbabwe
• At least 2 years experience in a similar position.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in a hospital or clinic set up will be an added advantage.
• Be able to work under pressure • Must be able to work under minimum supervision.
Benefits
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APPLICATION DETAILS
In return, the Council offers an attractive package to be disclosed to short listed candidates. Applications, including detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications and names of at least two traceable referees, should reach the undersigned not later than 3 November 2023. City of Victoria Falls P. O. Box 41 Victoria Falls Tel +263 83 2843531-3/2844210 VFCC/HR/PT/1023 Victoria Falls City Council is an equal opportunity employer. Suitably qualified men and women are encouraged to apply. Those who had previously applied do not need to re- apply.
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