Office Attendants (Kingston & Portmore, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Location: Kingston & Portmore, St. Catherine

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Arrive early to clean store for opening hours
• Clean the store floors by sweeping, mopping and vacuuming them
• Gather and empty trash
• Service, clean and supply restrooms
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating system
• Clean windows, doors and mirrors using glass cleaner
• Replenish toilet tissue and soap as needed
• Ensure the lunchroom is clean at all times
• Maintain an adequate supply of cleaning materials and supplies
• Mix various cleaning agents
• Perform other related duties as required
• Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times.
• Wear the proper safety equipment.
• Price all sorted goods
• Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas.
• Ensure accuracy in approved store price points
• Assist in receiving unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders and distributing to sales associates for processing
• Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed and/or shipped
• Assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves, or relocate orders to a holding area or shipping department.
• Record amounts of materials or items received or distributed via appropriate computer program.
• Assist in counting of physical inventory.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.
Other:

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with a pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets

Job Requirement

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Working Environment / Physical Activities:

• Work is normally performed in a typical open layout environment.

EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION

• At least 3 CXC including Mathematics and English Language
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a related field

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemical and products
• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products and equipment
• Ability to work under little or no supervision
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Effective communication skills
• Must be a multi-tasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal Characteristics

• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be flexible
• Strong leadership skills and teamwork competence
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Constantly looking to apply best practices
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Continuous training and development
• Group benefits (Health, Life, Pension)
• Staff Discounts
• Gym Membership

Email: jobs@fontanapharmacy.com

Chief Pharmacist (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Reports to: Pharmacy Manager

Summary:

We need a highly qualified, experienced pharmacist to manage our pharmacy department. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pharmacy operations, regulations, and best practices. The candidate will also be able to provide leadership and direction to the pharmacy staff and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the pharmacy department
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of pharmacy staff
• Ensure the safety and security of all pharmacy operations
• Manage Pharmacy KPIs
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the smooth flow of pharmacy services
• Provide medication counseling to patients and healthcare providers
• Stay up-to-date on the latest pharmaceutical developments
• Prepare monthly Reports on the Department's performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science degree in Pharmacy
• Current license to practice pharmacy in Jamaica
• Three (3) to five (5) years of leadership experience as a pharmacist
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a talented set of Pharmacists
• Chance to make a difference in the lives of patients

Please submit your resume to jobs@fontanapharmacy.com no later than Friday, October 6, 2023. 

We would like to thank you all for your interest in becoming a part of our team. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Pharmacy Assistant (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Location: Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica

Total # of positions: 1 

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices.
• Monitor Inventory level to prevent overstocking. Create and update patient’s health and insurance information (profile) in the system.
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice
• Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
• Perform duties of Pharmacy Technician when needed.
• Enter prescription orders into the system.
• Perform cashiering duties according to schedule when needed.
• Assist pharmacist with filing and labeling prescriptions.
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for reordering.
• Remove returnable goods from shelves 3-4 months prior to expiration
• Collect prescribed items from shelves for packing.
• Verify that customers receives correct prescription(s)
• Prepackage bulk medications
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, tropical ointments and/or creams)
• Answer the telephone
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques
• Assist other pharmacy technicians.
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing and pricing of new goods received
• Check integrity of goods before acceptance/signing.
• Maintain areas/ shelves designated for cleaning and checking for expired stock on a daily basis
• Perform blood pressure checks.
• Pricing and audit of all OTC Invoices for goods received.
• Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis.
• Record keeping of all Invoices received.
• Removal of expired good from shelves.
• Record keeping of all goods returned to suppliers.
• Ensuring that credit notes are received for all returns.
• Adjusting inventory for all returns to suppliers.
• Daily maintenance of OTC system to correct errors to the system.
• Perform periodic stock counts to ensure inventory integrity.
• Follow recommended protocols in check off.
• Pre-pack frequently used items for efficient dispensing.
• Check monthly averages weekly to facilitate more accurate purchases.
• Provide stock inventory information for Pharmacists/Technicians.
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers
• Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Monitoring pre-packed items (Implement a system for control).
• Perform blood glucose tests
• Ensure all goods have correct pricing.
• Promote items on special, especially to rewards customers.
• Promote sale of complimentary products.
• Provide price checks for goods when requested via phone, whatsApp or online
• Generate receipts for at least 2 items kept inside the dispensary for customers.
• Specific responsibility for Placing JADEP orders.
• Assist cashiers when necessary such as delete items from the RMS system
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist, supervisor or manager.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other:

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets

Job Requirement

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Working Environment / Physical Activities:

• Considerable physical activity. May require to have hands on experience in using syringes • Work is normally performed in an open layout environment.

EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION

• High School Diploma / School Leaving Certificate
• At least 5 CXCs inclusive of Mathematics and English Language.
• Must have at least One (1) year experience in a Pharmacy setting
• Must be certified and/or trained

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology
• Great attention to detail and carefulness
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information
• Expert in mathematical calculations
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication
• Must possess a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to find solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
• Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality
• Honest and trustworthy
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
• Constantly looking to apply best practices

Email: jobs@fontanapharmacy.com

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Location: Waterloo Branch, Kingston, Jamaica

Total # of positions: 4

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Accurately and efficiently preparing prescription orders.
• Create and update patient’s health and insurance information (profile in the computer).
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers.
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice.
• Enter prescription orders into the system.
• Assist pharmacist with filing and labeling prescriptions.
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low inventory for reordering.
• Verify that customers receives correct prescription(s).
• Prepackage bulk medications.
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, tropical ointments and/or creams).
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields.
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing of new goods received.
• Assist with filing prescription.
• Performs other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist or supervisor.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other:

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets

Job Requirement

EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION

• Associate Degree or Certification in related field from a recognized tertiary institution
• At least 2 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Must be certified and trained

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A positive attitude to continued learning
• Must maintain confidentiality of customers information
• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology
• Great attention to detail and carefulness
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information
• Expert in mathematical calculations
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication
• Must possess a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to find solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
• Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
• Active Listener
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Self-motivated; Hands-on, leads by example
• Show enthusiasm with customers and other team members
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
• Constantly looking to apply best practices
• Predisposition to mentor and subsequently increase responsibilities as team develops

Email: jobs@fontanpharmacy.com

Pharmacy Technician (Manchester, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

Job Location: Mandeville

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (from a recognized institution)
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• High School Diploma

Essential functions
The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Ability to prepare prescriptions efficiently and accurately;
• Experience in managing inventory and handling OTC enquiries;
• Dispensing prescriptions;
• Interpreting, screening and resolving any discrepancies under the guidance of the Pharmacist;
• Ensure maintenance of adequate supply of pharmaceutical items paying close items to stock rotation and monitoring of expiration dates;
• Enter-access and verify data accuracy in computer system
• Contribute to high efficient work flow of the pharmacy by maintaining a high productivity level and error-free work delivery;
• Establish and maintain patient profiles;
• Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal customers;
• Ensure familiarity with common pharmacy practices, concepts and procedures;
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for re-ordering;
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, topical ointments and/or creams);
• Pre-package bulk medications;
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice;
• Assist other pharmacy technicians;
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques including monitoring of expired goods;
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing of new goods received;
• Maintain areas/shelves designated for cleaning;
• Assist with cashiering in dispensary as the need arises;
• Liaise with Purchasing dept. in Montego Bay for coordination of purchases and inventory activities;
• Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis;
• Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices;
• Request goods from other location on a weekly basis or as needed to replenish stock;
• Performs other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist or supervisor.

Supportive function

• In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets.

Skills and knowledge

• A positive attitude to continued learning;
• Must maintain confidentiality of customers’ information;
• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner;
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology;
• Great attention to detail and carefulness;
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Outstanding customer service orientation;
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information;
• Expert in mathematical calculations;
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions;
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication;
• Must possess a high level of accuracy;
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency;
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial;
• Active Listener;
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral;
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment;
• Self-motivated; Hands-on, leads by example;
• Show enthusiasm with customers and other team members;
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives;
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail;
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach;
• Constantly looking to apply best practices;
• Predisposition to mentor and subsequently increase responsibilities as the team develops.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Pharmacy Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

 Job Location: Kingston - Waterloo

Requirements

• High School Diploma / School Leaving Certificate
• At least five (5) CXC’s inclusive of Mathematics and English Language.
• Must have at least One (1) year experience in a Pharmacy setting
• Must be certified and/or trained

Essential functions:
The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices.
• Monitor Inventory level to prevent overstocking. Create and update patient’s health and insurance information (profile) in the system.
• Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice
• Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
• Perform duties of Pharmacy Technician when needed.
• Enter prescription orders into the system.
• Perform cashiering duties according to schedule when needed.
• Assist pharmacist with filing and labeling prescriptions.
• Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for reordering.
• Remove returnable goods from shelves 3-4 months prior to expiration
• Collect prescribed items from shelves for packing.
• Verify that customers receives correct prescription(s)
• Prepackage bulk medications
• Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, tropical ointments and/or creams)
• Answer the telephone
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques
• Assist other pharmacy technicians.
• Receive ordered stock and assist with packing and pricing of new goods received
• Check integrity of goods before acceptance/signing.
• Maintain areas/ shelves designated for cleaning and checking for expired stock on a daily basis
• Perform blood pressure checks.
• Pricing and audit of all OTC Invoices for goods received.
• Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis.
• Record keeping of all Invoices received.
• Removal of expired good from shelves.
• Record keeping of all goods returned to suppliers.
• Ensuring that credit notes are received for all returns.
• Adjusting inventory for all returns to suppliers.
• Daily maintenance of OTC system to correct errors to the system.
• Perform periodic stock counts to ensure inventory integrity.
• Follow recommended protocols in check off.
• Pre-pack frequently used items for efficient dispensing.
• Check monthly averages weekly to facilitate more accurate purchases.
• Provide stock inventory information for Pharmacists/Technicians.
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers
• Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Monitoring pre-packed items (Implement a system for control).
• Perform blood glucose tests
• Ensure all goods have correct pricing.
• Promote items on special, especially to rewards customers.
• Promote sale of complimentary products.
• Provide price checks for goods when requested via phone, whatsapp or online
• Generate receipts for at least 2 items kept inside the dispensary for customers.
• Specific responsibility for Placing JADEP orders.
• Assist cashiers when necessary such as delete items from the RMS system
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist, supervisor or manager.

Supportive function

• In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other

• In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
• Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
• Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets.

Skills and knowledge

• A positive attitude to continued learning
• Must maintain confidentiality of customers information
• Ability to work in a detail oriented manner
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology
• Great attention to detail and carefulness
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information
• Expert in mathematical calculations
• Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions
• Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication
• Must possess a high level of accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to find solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
• Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.

Personal characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
• Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality
• Honest and trustworthy
• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
• Constantly looking to apply best practices

Working environment

• Considerable physical activity. May require to have hands on experience in using syringes
• Work is normally performed in an open layout environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Pharmacy Technician (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland) - Fontana Pharmacy

 We're Hiring! 

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Be a part of our customer driven, dynamic, inclusive, and energetic team!

Pharmacy Technician - Savanna-la-mar

Benefits:

• Continuous training and development
• Competitive salary
• Group benefits (Health, Life, Pension
• Performance incentives/bonuses
• Staff discounts
• Gym membership

To apply, email your resume to jobs@fontanapharmacy.com.

Deadline: April 15, 2022.

Pharmacist (Montego Bay & Savanna-la-mar, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

Locations: Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland, Montego Bay, St. James

Employment: Vacancies General

Start Date: Monday, April 4, 20222

Position Stat: F/T

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews and interprets physician's orders 
• Provide consultation on prescription and non-prescription medications for storage, dosage, side effects and drug interactions
• Proper management of patient records and pharmacy files
• Provide quality professional customer service at all times
• Supervise pharmacy staff members including pharmacy technicians, pharmacy cashiers, etc
• Maintain appropriate inventory on pharmaceutical and medical supplies

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from a recognized tertiary level institution'A minimum of three (3) years experience in a similar position'Must be a licensed and registered pharmacist
• Knowledge of pharmacy operations
• At least three (3) years post qualification experience in a retail pharmacy
• Certificate in Supervisory Management

Fontana Pharmacy has an excellent reputation for providing high quality pharmaceutical care, and we are looking for an exceptional candidate to join the team.

Please submit your resume to: jobs@fontanapharmacy.com