Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Governmental Organizations implementing programs for improving Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria, etc. We offer professionals, opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.

We seek applications from qualified persons for the following positions:

 

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

 

Location ‐‐ Ibadan.

Specific Job/Responsibilities:

•  Manage day to day running of the dispensary of a community based outpatient clinic

•  Dispense drugs to patients, whether on prescription and over-the-counter

•  Maintain an up-to-date log of prescriptions dispensed

•  Verify prescription information and dosage

•  Provide drug related information, advising and educating client on proper usage of drug

•  Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking Pharmaceutical stock level weekly; ensuring First-in-First-Out (FIFO) system is strictly adhered to; anticipating needed medications and working with the Clinical Nursing Officer to place and expedite orders.

•  Maintain established policies and procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs

•  Prepare reports for submission to the Clinical Nursing Officer

•  Manages appropriate data collection, such as client name, prescribed medication and cost, to maintain pharmacy files, charge system, and inventory

•   Perform weekly stock count.

 

 

 

Qualifications:

•  Applicants must possess Pharmacy Technician Diploma of School of Hygiene or School of Health Technology

•  Must be registered with a relevant professional body

•  Ability to work independently, dynamic and resourceful

•  Ability to take initiative and be a good team player

•  Good writing, communication and social skills.

•  Ready and willing to work in a growing and dynamic environment

•  Required Experience ‐ 3 years

 

Method of Application

Applicants should send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and cover letter ( in one MS Word Document) explaining suitability for the job on or before close of work on February-14th, 2015 to [email protected]. Applicants are advised to provide their functional e-mails and mobile phone numbers on their application, as well as professional referees.