Pharmacy Operations & Dispensing Assistant

Columbia Asia Hospital - Iskandar Puteri; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Asia Hospital - Iskandar Puteri is seeking an Pharmacy Assistant to support the Pharmacy Manager with day-to-day operations. You will assist in dispensing and distributing drugs, supervise technicians, and ensure accurate records and labeling.

You will coordinate with the clinical team to optimize patient medication care and ensure compliance with SOPs. The role requires a Diploma in Pharmacy or MOH certificate/licence, strong English and Malay language skills, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmacy or MOH certificate/licence is required.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of drug names and pharmacy math; computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day supervision of pharmacy technicians.
• Screen incoming prescriptions.
• Enter medication orders into the dispensing program accurately.
• Fill prescriptions according to directions.
• Maintain dispensing records and ensure correct labeling and second-check on all medications.
• Adhere to policies for dispensing medicines, especially expensive and controlled drugs.
• Ensure correct medication and dosage are given to patients and confirm details.
• Provide clear instructions to outpatients and discharged patients.
• Compound preparations as required by nursing units.
• Dispatch drugs to nursing units with proper care and security.
• Liaise with clinical team regarding patient medications.
• Record requisitions accurately and manage storage/requisitions SOPs.
• Maintain minimum stock levels and check expiry dates.
• Prepare purchase orders and process invoices; update prices.
• Prepare reports on medication utilisation, billing and inventory.

Skills

Bilingual English-Malay

Pharmacy math

Computer literacy

Knowledge of drug names

Education

Diploma in Pharmacy or MOH certificate/licence

Tools

Dispensing software

Job description

Columbia Asia Hospital - Iskandar Puteri is seeking an Pharmacy Assistant to support the Pharmacy Manager with day-to-day operations. You will assist in dispensing and distributing drugs, supervise technicians, and ensure accurate records and labeling.

You will coordinate with the clinical team to optimize patient medication care and ensure compliance with SOPs. The role requires a Diploma in Pharmacy or MOH certificate/licence, strong English and Malay language skills, and proficiency with