Druggist/Store Keeper 7 views0 applications

JOB DESCRIPTION AND SPECFICATION

1. JOB SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision of Technical Head/ MCH, Specialty Centre Manager the incumbent manages the drugs and non-medical supplies store of MSIE; safely keeps the drugs, contraceptives, and consumable medical and non-medical supplies; receives and disposes with proper documentation all the items coming to or out of the store; prepares monthly report of drug consumption and purchase requirements; dispense medicines and contraceptives according to the directive of the nurse or the doctor.

1. DUTIES/TASKS

• Takes responsibility for storage of /RH related pharmaceuticals storage and uses adopted procedures and standards in accordance with national policies and standards and ensures proper implementation
• Puts to use proper stock control, utilization, timely ordering and restocking of drugs, contraceptives, and consumable medical supplies
• Makes sure all medical and non-medical materials are stored in appropriate places away from rain, dust, pilferage and deterioration
• Issues the right kinds of supplies, contraceptives and medicaments according to the prescriptions given;
• Gives proper explanation and direction to clients on the type of contraceptives or medicaments issued;
• Alerts the supervisors that contraceptives and other medical supplies are utilized before their expiry dates;
• Ensures that all types of medicines and supplies are safely and properly kept and maintained;
• Prepares and submits stock reports as per the organization’s rules and regulations
• Prepares and disburses stocks in consultation with the concerned units and approval of the clinic manager
• Consolidates drugs, medical and non-medical supplies, and equipment annual purchase plan;
• Undertakes any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

• 1. PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
• 1. Qualification Requirements
  2. 1. Education

Diploma in pharmacy

1. Experience

Two years as Junior Druggist, in procurement, storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals

1. Skills, Attitudes and Attributes

• Good Customer handling and awareness of quality care;
• Awareness of concepts and strategies of supplies;
• Awareness of MOH and donors guideline;
• Strong oral and written communication;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages.
• Pro-Choice