Pharmacist- Kehancha

Overview

Looking for a medical job in Kenya? Oasis Healthcare is hiring a Pharmacist to oversee the daily operations of the pharmacy to ensure efficient, safe, and uninterrupted service delivery. The role is based in Webuye and registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board is required. Job Description The Pharmacist is responsible for providing professional pharmaceutical services and overseeing the day-to-day management of the facility pharmacy. The role ensures the safe, effective, and rational use of medicines through dispensing, inventory management, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, clinical pharmacy support, and leadership of pharmacy operations to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide professional pharmaceutical services, including prescription review, dispensing, patient counselling, and medication therapy management. Oversee the daily operations of the pharmacy to ensure efficient, safe, and uninterrupted service delivery. Plan, procure, receive, store, and manage pharmaceutical products and medical consumables to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize expiries and stock-outs. Ensure compliance with all applicable pharmacy laws, professional standards, licensing requirements, and hospital policies. Manage controlled medicines and ensure proper documentation, storage, accountability, and reporting. Supervise, mentor, and coordinate the performance of pharmacy personnel to promote high standards of service delivery. Collaborate with clinicians to promote rational prescribing, medication safety, antimicrobial stewardship, and optimal patient care. Monitor, investigate, and report medication errors, adverse drug reactions, and other medication-related incidents while implementing corrective actions. Develop and implement pharmacy quality improvement initiatives, standard operating procedures, and risk management measures. Prepare pharmacy reports, monitor key performance indicators, and provide regular updates on pharmacy operations, stock status, and regulatory compliance. Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning for pharmaceutical products and services. Ensure proper maintenance and utilization of pharmacy equipment and information systems. Participate in clinical audits, Continuous Medical Education, Continuous Professional Development, and multidisciplinary team meetings. Promote excellent customer service and uphold the organization’s values, ethical standards, and patient-centred care principles. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by management.