Pharmacy Technician

ADMC (Ara Damansara Medical Centre); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara Damansara Medical Centre (ADMC) in Kuala Lumpur is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in dispensing medications and maintaining records. This full-time, on-site role involves medication preparation, labeling, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.

Candidates should have a Diploma or Certificate in Pharmacy, registration with the regulatory body where required, and experience in hospital pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Experience handling prescriptions safely and accurately in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Familiarity with hospital pharmacy workflows and operations.
• Hands-on experience with medication preparation, labeling, and regulations.
• Proficient in inventory control and stock management processes.
• Strong customer service and clear communication with patients and staff.
• Diploma/certificate in Pharmacy; registration with the regulatory body where required.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with pharmacy software.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications according to prescriptions and label accurately.
• Prepare medications and ensure correct dosing.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records.
• Manage pharmacy inventory and rotate stock.
• Assist with ordering and receiving pharmaceutical supplies.
• Provide courteous service to patients and clinical staff.
• Coordinate with nursing and medical teams to deliver meds timely.
• Follow SOPs and ensure a clean, organized pharmacy environment.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Pharmacy operations

Team coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

EHR systems

Education

Certificate in Pharmacy Technology

Registration/licensure with regulatory bodies

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Ara Damansara Medical Centre (ADMC) is a 220-bed tertiary hospital offering a range of specialized medical services in a serene, modern setting at the junction of Petaling Jaya and Shah Alam, opposite Oasis Ara. The hospital focuses on providing private, personalized care supported by experienced clinical teams and advanced facilities. ADMC is equipped with a world-class information system, including centralized appointment booking and comprehensive Electronic Health Records across its network. This integration enables efficient coordination of patient care, streamlined workflows, and timely access to medical information. Applicants joining ADMC can expect a professional environment dedicated to high-quality healthcare and patient safety.

Role Description

The Pharmacy Technician is a full-time, on-site role based at ADMC in Kuala Lumpur. The individual in this position supports pharmacists in dispensing medications according to prescriptions, preparing and labeling medication, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and safety standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include maintaining accurate patient medication records, managing pharmacy inventory and stock rotation, and assisting with ordering and receiving pharmaceutical supplies. The role also involves providing courteous customer service to patients and clinical staff, addressing basic medication-related inquiries within scope, and coordinating with nursing and medical teams to ensure timely delivery of medications. The Pharmacy Technician is expected to follow standard operating procedures, uphold regulatory requirements, and contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient pharmacy environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to handle prescriptions safely and accurately, including interpreting medication orders and supporting proper dispensing processes.
• Knowledge of pharmacy operations and workflows, with experience working in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting.
• Hands-on experience as a pharmacy technician, including medication preparation, labeling, and adherence to relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Proficiency in inventory control, stock management, and ordering procedures to maintain adequate medication and supply levels.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Relevant certificate or diploma in Pharmacy or Pharmacy Technology; registration or licensure with appropriate regulatory bodies where required.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.
• Basic computer skills and comfort working with electronic health record systems and pharmacy management software.