Pharmacy Assistant (Open) (Ministry of Health and Medical Services)

The position is responsible for assisting the Senior Pharmacy Technician in the delivery of pharmacy service to Outpatients and Inpatients including medicine ordering, storage & distribution. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Preparation of the dispensary ensuring cleanliness and adherence to Good Pharmacy Practice standards & Good Storage conditions to maintain quality of medicines

2. Replenishment of medicine stock from the Bulk Store to the dispensary

3. Pre-packing, labelling and maintaining a record of pre-packed medicines for the dispensary

4. Distribution of medicines & supplies to the clinics

5. Collection of data for workload analysis

6. Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the ministry, including planning, budgeting, and Human Resource activities when required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. 3-6 months of experience in a pharmacy set-up or demonstrate ability to acquire the skill quickly on the job
2. 2. Have some knowledge or understanding of Basic inventory management skills

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment
2. 2. Must possess sound analytical and problem-solving skills in resource- constrained environment.
3. 3. Good computer skills
4. 4. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational/corporate environment of the organization

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. Quality Pharmacy services and advice are delivered within the agreed timeframes and compliant with medical & pharmacy standards

2. All essential medicines are available and accessible to patients

3. Quality reports are provided and outcomes are actioned in a timely and effective manner

4. Active contribution to all corporate requirements of the ministry, including planning, budgeting, and Human Resource activities when required.

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Ms Melaia Tamani on email melaia.tamani@health.gov.fj on telephone 3306177 ext 340229 / 340173