Pharmacy Assistant

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Under the guidance and supervision of the facility in charge the Pharmacy Assistant will be involved in management of the pharmacy and drug management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Order, receive, verify and record all incoming items in the pharmacy
• Issue and record all items duly requested by the consumption units in the prescribed format
• Dispense medication to patients and clients.
• Provide drug information to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain pharmacy safety by adhering to infection control procedures, policies and regulations.
• Ensure proper filing and storage of all the documents in the hospital drug store.
• Monitor consumptions of items in the consumptions units
• Ensure proper storage of all items in the pharmacist
• Regularly monitor expiry dates of all items.
• Monitor on poor utilized and slow-moving items and in consultation with the supervisor advice the prescribers/users accordingly
• Monitor the stock levels and in consultation with the supervisor to avoid unnecessary stock outs
• Ensure proper maintenance of cold chain in the pharmacy
• Offer pharmaceutical advice when required
• With the supervisor assist in preparation of consumption reports
• Conduct regular physical inventory to ensure compliance of records
• Ensure efficient distribution of nutrition commodities at the pharmacy
• Do any other duty as assigned to you by your supervisor.

Safeguarding:

• Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas

• Accurate and timely documentation of all pharmaceutical and nonpharmaceutical items received in the pharmacy 
• Daily recording and tracking of temperatures in the cold room and the fridge
• Proper storage of drugs and medical items.
• Inventory keeping through tracking of expiries and slow-moving items.

Required Qualifications:

• A Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• He/She must be enrolled by the pharmacy and poisons board
• Should have a valid practice license
• At least one year hospital pharmacy experience.

Required Experience & Competencies:

• A good team player
• Good communication and writing skills
• Computer literacy
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work ethically in demanding environment. 
• Good customer care skills.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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