Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Super Valu Pharmacy

 

We are hiring!

Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician who is dedicated, caring, and patient with a passion for customer service?

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Apply now:

Please send resumes to: hrdept@supervaluja.com 

Pharmacy Technician, Cashier (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica) - LiveWell Pharmacy

 

The LiveWell Pharmacy, located in Portmore, is seeking to fill the position of 

Pharmacy Technician. 

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• Pharmacy Technician certificate
• A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years work experience
• Good customer service skills
• Experience in inventory management, dispensing and over the counter drugs (List 1) counselling
• Computing skills are necessary, however experience with a variety of pharmacy programmes and Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word and Excel) are a plus

Cashier

• Good customer service skills
• Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office Applications (Word and Excel)
• Minimum four (4) CXC subjects preferred must include Math and English

Qualified applicants are invited to email application letters and detailed resumes by Tuesday, April 30, 2024 to: livewellrx@yahoo.com

Pharmacy Technician (St. James, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the temporary post of:

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - (PARISH - ST. JAMES)

PHARMACY SERVICES DELIVERY DIVISION

ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

• To support the Pharmacist in the accurate processing and filling of prescriptions.
• Assist with picking and packaging and labeling of medications
• Assist in the filing of prescriptions and other documents for the pharmacy.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory for pharmaceutical items.
• Assist with receival and verification of stock delivered.
• Assist in maintaining the general tidiness and organization of the pharmacy.
• Assist in the ordering and storage of pharmaceuticals for the pharmacy.
• Compound pharmaceuticals as requested by pharmacist.
• Maintain accurate records of expiry dates of pharmaceuticals and short dated pharmaceuticals for return within the agreed timeframe.
• Maintain accurate patient and drug records as required.
• Perform any other related duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of five (5) subjects at the CXC/GCE Level including Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject.
• Possess a Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of one (1) year working experience in a pharmacy environment.

SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES:

• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Computer literate with working knowledge of pharmacy software.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than December 5, 2023 to:

The Human Resource Department

                                        NATIONAL HEALTH FUND

                                        6th Floor, The Towers,

                                        25 Dominica Drive,

                                       Kingston 5.

                                        Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

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

Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, etc (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

A retail pharmacy in Ocho Rios, St. Ann is seeking qualified applicants to fill the following positions:

• Pharmacist (Part-time and Full-time)
• At least three (3) years experience working in the private setting
• Must be able to effectively manage all the operations of the pharmacy dispensary


• Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
• Must be qualified in the technical and administrative operations of a pharmacy
• Cashier
• Previous experience working in a pharmacy will be an asset

Apply to:  pharmajobs2022@gmail.com by Friday, August 25, 2023.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews. 

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.

APPLY ON COMPANY WEBSITE

Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - University Hospital of the West Indies

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians at the University of the West Indies including the Tony Thwaites Wing for full-time and sessional duties.

Pharmacist

Under the general supervision of the Director - Pharmacy Services, the successful candidate will be expected to carry out duties and functions of registered Pharmacists according to the laws and regulations governing the practice of the pharmacy in Jamaica.

Qualifications & Attributes:

• BSc degree in Pharmacy/Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution
• Current registration with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• At least one (1) year post-registration experience
• Hospital pharmacy experience would be an asset or familiarity with Hospital Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician

The successful candidates will be expected to assist and support the registered pharmacist in filing, sorting and packaging prescriptions drugs.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Pharmacy Technician Certificate from a recognized institution
• Minimum one (1) year work experience

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted to: 

hrd@uhwi.gov.jm

Or

The Senior Director, Human Resource Management & Development

University Hospital of the West Indies

Mona, 

Kingston 7.

Deadline: February 24, 2023.

It should be noted that only shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview.

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Defence Force

 The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) invites suitably qualified persons to enlist in the JDF as a Professional Entry Enlisted Rank (PEER), to fill the following position:

Pharmacy Technician

Candidates must meet the following requirements and competencies:

• Nationality - Be a Commonwealth citizen

Professional and Educational Requirements:

• Pharmacy Technician Certificate from an accredited tertiary level institution
• A minimum of one (1) year working as a Pharmacy Technician in a Pharmacy

Key Competencies:

Knowledge and Technical Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of pharmaceutical inventory and records management
• Good knowledge of pharmacology and drug information
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions
• Proficient in calculating pharmaceutical doses
• Excellent at maintaining infection control practices

Critical and analytical Thinking Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work cohesively within a diverse community 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to details
• Ability to operate in a team environment
• Excellent ability to analyze information

Attitude:

• Must be highly dependable and organized
• Must demonstrate the aptitude and desire to assimilate into military life
• Must be willing to work at other Military Outstations Medical Clinics
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Military Standards:

• In addition to the academic qualifications and competencies, candidates must be able to pass the assessment requirements for enlistment in the JDF.

Key Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supports pharmacological services by stocking, assembling and distributing medications
• Organizes medications for Pharmacist to disperse, by reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, and assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed medications and supplies, and removing outdated drugs as directed
• Maintain a clean and safe pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• Ensures medication availability  by delivering medications to patients and departments
• Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information 

Application letters and resumes are to be submitted before Friday, 11 November 2022 via email to: pesm.application@jdf.mil.jm and be addressed to: 

S01 J1 (Personnel and Adminisration)

Headquarters

Jamaica Defence Force

Up Park Camp,

Kingston 5.

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

A pharmacy technician is needed at a reputable pharmacy in the Half Way Tree area.

• Should possess the requisite qualifications and experience

Email: your resume to: newemployeesrx@gmail.com 

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.

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Andrews Memorial Hospital

 Job Summary

The incumbent will prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. He/she should be able to measure, mix, and count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Main duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Helps health care providers and patients by greeting them in person and by phone; answering questions and requests; referring inquiries to the pharmacist.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Organizes medications for pharmacist to dispense by reading medication orders and prescriptions; preparing labels; calculating quantities; assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies.
• Maintains records by recording and filing physicians’ orders and prescriptions.
• Generates revenue by calculating, recording, and issuing charges.
• Ensures medication availability by delivering medications to patients and departments.
• Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Academic qualifications and experience required for job:
• Pharmacy Technician Certification
• At least two (2) years experience as a pharmacy technician would be an asset

Functional skills:

• Effective written and oral communication
• Professional and courteous
• Able to handle stressful/busy situations
• Problem solving skills
• Effective time management skills
• Basic computer skills (Office suite, etc)
• Team player
• Able to maintain confidentiality, both of pharmacy policies and client data
• Able to stand for long periods of time and work flexible hours i.e. weekend and public holidays

Applications along with resume should be merged and uploaded as one document by Friday, March 11, 2022, to

Human Resource Director
Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.
27 Hope Road, 
Kingston 10.

APPLY NOW

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Constabulary Force

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill the following positions within the Medical Services Branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force.

Pharmacy Technician 1 (HTAC/PHT 1) 

Job Purpose 

Responsible for the provision of quality customer and clerical services at the pharmacy, to support dispensing and provide patient satisfaction and efficient pharmacy operations.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Possess a Pharmacy Technician Certificate/Diploma from a recognized institution
• Minimum of five (5) subjects at the CXC/GCE level including Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject
• A minimum of five (5) years working experience in a pharmacy environment.

For further details, interested persons are asked to contact the HRIS Officer at hrbranch@jcf.gov.jm.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, January 19, 2022 to:

The Senior Director

Human Resource Management & Development

Jamaica Constabulary Force

NCB South Tower

3rd Floor

2 Oxford Road,

Kingston 5.

Email: hrbranch@jcf.gov.jm

We appreciate your interest in this advertisement unfortunately only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Practical Nurse, etc (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

A long established and well known family practice in Kingston 11 is looking for:

• Practical Nurse
• Pharmacist
• Pharmacy Technician
• Receptionist (Must have Microsoft Office Suite applications)

Requirements:

• Required to work Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm

Please contact: Jean McCalla at (876) 848-4533 / (876) 322-3280 / (876) 797-0010.

Pharmacist & Pharmacy Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - University Hospital of the West Indies

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the positions of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians at the University Hospital of the West Indies for working full time and on sessional basis.

Pharmacist

Under the general supervision of the Director - Pharmacy Services, the incumbent will be expected to perform duties and functions of registered Pharmacists, according to laws and regulations covering the practice of the pharmacy in Jamaica. Viz; The Pharmacy Act 1966, The Food and Drug Act 1964 and the Dangerous Drugs Act 1948 and their regulations.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• BSc in Pharmacy from an accredited institution
• Current registration with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica
• At least one (1) year posts registration experience
• Must be able to work on shift
• Hospital pharmacy experience would be an asset or familiarity with hospital pharmacies

Pharmacy Technician

The successful candidate will be expected to assist and support the registered Pharmacist in filling, sorting and packaging prescription drugs.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Pharmacy Technician certificate from a recognized institution
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than January 25, 2021 to:

The Senior Director, Human Resource Management and Development

University Hospital of the West Indies

Mona, Kingston 7.

Email: HRD@uhwi.gov.jm