Job Description

The Karen Hospital is a 102-bed multispecialty Hospital located along Karen-Langata Road, Nairobi-Kenya, aimed at providing specialized evidence-based healthcare services and referral facilities for the Africa region.

To support the delivery of world class, patient-centric care, we are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, visionary and result oriented candidate for the role of:

Pharmaceutical Technologist – Karen Hospital Nyeri Branch

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the pharmacy to run efficiently and will assist pharmacists in their day-to-day tasks while providing exceptional patient care environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are at the center of all we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions for patients and staff under the direction of the Senior Pharmacist;


• Process prescriptions electronically and verify the accuracy of patient information;


• Comply with rules, regulations and procedures involved in patient care and maintain sanitary pharmacy surfaces and equipment;


• Check and document expiry dates of all stock and bring short-dated stock to the attention of the Head of Pharmacy in a timely manner;


• Process orders delivered to the Pharmacy Department in accordance with standard operating procedures taking note of special requirements such as maintenance of cold chain and handling of cytotoxic products;


• Ensure timely supply of pharmaceutical products in line with agreed levels and frequencies and report shortages to the Head of Pharmacy in a timely manner;


• Deliver quality customer service to patients while responding to inquiries, questions and requests; and


• Prepare and submit periodic reports on all pharmacy activities.

Desired Experience and Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.


• Must be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.


• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Conversance with hospital management systems.


• Agile with proven leadership and reporting skills.


• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.


• Principled in equity, accountability, flexibility and quality in daily work.

*Nyeri residents are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified candidates may share their detailed resume to recruitment@karenhospital.org on or before the 02nd Sept 2022

Due to the large number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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