Vacancy title:
Pharmaceutical Technologists

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Healthcare]

Jobs at:
St Luke's Orthopaedic and Trauma Hopital

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 27 2026

Duty Station:
Nandi Road | Eldoret | kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 17 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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About St. Luke's Orthopaedics & Trauma Hospital

St. Luke's Orthopaedics & Trauma Hospital is a leading Level 5 specialized healthcare institution committed to delivering excellence in patient care through quality, safe, and evidence-based healthcare services.

We are seeking a qualified, experienced, and highly motivated Pharmaceutical Technologist to join our Pharmacy Department and support the delivery of efficient pharmaceutical services.

Role Summary

The Pharmaceutical Technologist will be responsible for receiving prescriptions, reviewing medication orders, dispensing medicines safely and accurately, managing pharmaceutical inventory, and supporting quality pharmacy services in accordance with established hospital protocols and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Pharmaceutical Services

• Receive, review, process, and dispense prescribed medications accurately and safely.
• Ensure all prescriptions comply with established clinical and regulatory standards before dispensing.
• Counsel patients on proper medication use, dosage, storage, and possible side effects where appropriate.
• Promote safe medication practices and quality pharmaceutical care.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain accurate pharmaceutical inventory through effective stock control practices.
• Initiate procurement requests for medications and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain appropriate reorder levels.
• Manage expired, obsolete, damaged, and returned medications in accordance with hospital policies.
• Monitor stock movement, stock-outs, breakages, and expiries to ensure uninterrupted availability of medicines.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure every medication request is supported by a valid prescription.
• Collaborate with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board on pharmacovigilance activities, including reporting adverse drug reactions.
• Maintain compliance with professional, legal, and regulatory pharmacy standards.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare monthly pharmacy reports covering:
  • Sales
  • Expenses
  • Drug breakages
  • Expired medications
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and inventory documentation.
• Support audits and quality assurance activities within the pharmacy.

Continuous Professional Development

• Participate in Continuous Medical Education (CME) programs to remain updated on current pharmaceutical practices.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving pharmacy service delivery and patient safety.

Other Responsibilities

• Work closely with clinicians, nurses, procurement, finance, and stores to ensure efficient pharmaceutical services.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Pharmacy In-charge.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya (PPB).
• Valid Practising Licence.
• Membership with the Kenya Pharmaceutical Association (KPA) will be an added advantage.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience, preferably in a hospital or healthcare facility.
• Experience in inventory management and pharmaceutical dispensing within a busy healthcare environment is highly desirable.

Key Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacokinetics.
• Understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition supplementation.
• Competence in pharmaceutical dispensing and inventory management.
• Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and medication safety.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent patient care and customer service skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective decision-making and sound professional judgment.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Accountability and professionalism.
• Integrity and confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn and embrace continuous improvement.

Working Relationships

Internal

• Pharmacy Department
• Clinical Department
• Nursing Department
• Finance
• Procurement
• Stores
• Security

External

• Patients
• Other healthcare facilities
• Pharmaceutical suppliers
• Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• Other regulatory stakeholders

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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