British Community Hospital and Outpatient Clinic (BCHOC) is a one stop comprehensive and effective general healthcare deliveries for yourself, family, and organisations with zero waiting time. Services include general outpatient, and in-patient clinics, maternity services, general and specialist surgery, laboratory services and public health/health and social care supports.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Experienced Pharmacy Technician
Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full-tim
About the Job
- We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to support our pharmacy operations.
- The successful candidate will assist the pharmacist in dispensing medications, managing inventory, counselling patients on proper drug use, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- The role requires accuracy, good communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility in handling medicines.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the pharmacist in preparing, packaging, and dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medications.
- Verify prescriptions for accuracy and completeness before processing.
- Monitor drug storage conditions to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Assist with billing, processing payments, and maintaining daily sales records.
- Support the pharmacist in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) and other relevant authorities.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the pharmacy environment.
- Provide basic medication counselling to patients under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications and supplies.
- Label medications with correct dosage instructions and usage warnings.
- Maintain accurate patient medication records and update them as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Pharmacy Technician Certificate from an accredited institution.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
- Ability to work under supervision and as part of a healthcare team.
- Certification: Current license/registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN).
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy.
- Knowledge of drug names, dosage forms, and basic pharmacology.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with pharmacy management software or POS systems.
- Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and controlled drug handling.
- Customer service skills with a patient-centered approach.
Remuneration & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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