Job Opportunity at Tindwa Medical and Health Services, Pharmacist

Job Title : Pharmacist

Department: Health and Safety 

Reports To: HOD Health and Safety

Date: 27th  May 2021

We are looking for an experienced pharmacist with a passion for helping others improve their health or manage their chronic illnesses. As a pharmacist, you will review prescriptions, check patient files for possible drug interactions, dispense prescribed medication, and answer patient questions about prescribed and over-the-counter medications and their use. When necessary, you will also collaborate and advise health practitioners on drug dosage and selection. Our ideal candidate has at least two years of retail pharmacy experience.

Pharmacist Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners
• Check for order accuracy on medicine type, dosage, and correct packaging/ labels on all new and refill orders
• Educate patients on drug side-effects and correct dosage, including frequency of use, time of day, and any possible food or drug interactions
• Follow all applicable health law (TMDA and Pharmacy Council and Ministry of Health guidelines)
• Administer immunizations
• Answer questions and interpret symptoms of non-prescription customers; advise them on possible solutions
• Check drug stock frequently and ensure drugs are up to date, removing any damaged or expired items
• Manage pharmacy staff and technicians

Pharmacist Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree of Pharmacy
• Current and valid license to practice
• 3 years working experience
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Work Location : Mwanza

Applicants should send their certificates and current CV via info@tmhstz.com and medic@tmhstz.com not later than 28/05/2021.