Dispenser (Contract) (Ref.：CPS/280826)

St. James' Settlement; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

St. James' Settlement in Hong Kong is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to provide accurate dispensing under supervision, counsel patients on safe use of medications, and support inventory and data entry.

The role emphasizes patient care, community health, and teamwork within a busy community pharmacy setting located in North Point. The incumbent will work closely with a registered pharmacist to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines while engaging in community health initiatives and

Qualifications

• Possess a Higher Diploma or Certificate in Dispensing Studies.
• Enthusiastic about patient care and community health.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good command of written and spoken Chinese & English.
• Proactive, responsible, and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely dispensing of prescription medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.
• Counsel patients on the safe and effective use of medications and advise on appropriate over-the-counter products, promoting medication safety.
• Monitor, maintain, and control drug inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks, and ensure proper storage in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support pharmacy operations through precise data entry, maintenance of dispensing records, and documentation in accordance with guidelines and policies.
• Engage in community health initiatives and support public health programs as part of the pharmacy's integrated healthcare services.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support pharmacy functions and ensure quality service delivery.

Skills

Enthusiastic about patient care

Strong communication

Team player

Bilingual Chinese & English

Education

Higher Diploma or Certificate in Dispensing Studies

Job description

• Possess a Higher Diploma or Certificate in Dispensing Studies, or an equivalent qualification
• Enthusiastic and passionate about patient care and community health
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command of both written and spoken Chinese & English
• Proactive, responsible, and a good team player

Requirements

• Possess a Higher Diploma or Certificate in Dispensing Studies, or an equivalent qualification
• Enthusiastic and passionate about patient care and community health
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command of both written and spoken Chinese & English
• Proactive, responsible, and a good team player

Job Duties

• Provide accurate and timely dispensing of prescription medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards
• Counsel patients on the safe and effective use of medications and advise on appropriate over-the-counter products, promoting medication safety
• Monitor, maintain, and control drug inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks, and ensure proper storage in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support pharmacy operations through precise data entry, maintenance of dispensing records, and documentation in accordance with guidelines and policies
• Engage in community health initiatives and support public health programs as part of the pharmacy's integrated healthcare services
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support pharmacy functions and ensure quality service delivery
• Working Place: North Point

"Founded by the Rt. Rev. Bishop R.O. Hall of the Anglican Church in 1949, St. James' Settlement began as a club for boys and girls in a temple in Stone Nullah Lane, Wanchai. It was then developed into a six-storey building on Kennedy Road in 1963 to provide diversified services, including children and youth services, elderly services and rehabilitation services. In 1987, the headquarters was opened in Stone Nullah Lane so that the scope of services could be further extended.