The
Pharmacist Technician is responsible for performing technical and
administrative tasks to support the licensed Pharmacist in delivering efficient
and safe pharmacy services. This role involves processing and compounding
prescriptions under supervision, managing inventory controls, and ensuring
accuracy in dispensing. The ideal candidate will combine strong organizational
skills and attention to detail with an understanding of retail pharmacy
operations, wellness products, and cosmetics to maintain an efficient workflow
and high standard of patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare,
count, label, and package prescription medications accurately for the
Pharmacist to verify.
- Maintain
complete and accurate patient profiles, processing prescriptions through the
pharmacy's data systems.
- Manage
stock levels, monitor expiration dates, and oversee the proper storage of
pharmaceuticals, wellness products, and cosmetics.
- Assist
in ordering, receiving, and organizing inventory, ensuring a seamless supply
chain within the pharmacy.
- Provide
professional customer service, handling non-clinical inquiries and processing
point-of-sale transactions.
- Support
the pharmacy's digital footprint and community outreach efforts via social
media platforms where required.
- Maintain
a clean, organized, and compliant work environment in alignment with healthcare
regulations and standards.
Requirements
- Certified
Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential or a Diploma in Pharmacy Technician
Studies from a recognized institution.
- Valid
registration/license with the appropriate regulatory body (e.g., Pharmacists
Council of Nigeria).
- Proven
experience working as a Pharmacy Technician in a community or retail pharmacy
setting.
- Strong
technical knowledge of pharmaceutical terms, calculations, and dispensing
protocols.
- Excellent
communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
- High
level of precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently
within a structured framework.
- Familiarity
with retail pharmacy software, wellness products, and cosmetics is a distinct
advantage.
- Digital
literacy and comfort with social media tools is an added advantage.
- Proximity
to the pharmacy location is highly preferred.