Pharmacy Assistant

DAR - CIOCSON MEDICAL CLINICAL AND KIDS THERAPY CENTER CORPORATION; Albay; Presencial; PHP 134.000 - 201.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A local healthcare provider in Albay is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to support daily pharmacy operations. The role involves assisting pharmacists in preparing medications, managing inventory, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably a Pharmacy Assistant certificate. This position is suitable for fresh graduates or students seeking experience in the healthcare field.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Assistant certificate preferred.
• On-the-job training could be beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medications.
• Ensure medication labels and instructions are accurate.
• Measure, mix, or compound medications under supervision.
• Verify medication stock levels and prepare prescriptions for pharmacist review.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Attention to detail

Pharmaceutical terminology

Educación

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Assistant Certificate

On-the-Job Training

Descripción del empleo

DAR - CIOCSON MEDICAL CLINICAL AND KIDS THERAPY CENTER CORPORATION

On-site - Albay Fresh Graduate/Student High/Senior High School Full-time

Job Description

A Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists in the daily operations of a pharmacy, assisting with the preparation and dispensing of medications, managing inventory, and providing customer service. The role is essential to ensuring that medications are dispensed accurately, customers' needs are met, and the pharmacy operates efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medications as per prescriptions.
• Ensure that medication labels and instructions are accurate and legible.
• Measure, mix, or compound medications when required, under the pharmacist’s supervision.
• Verify medication stock levels and prepare prescriptions for pharmacist review.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma is usually required, with courses in mathematics, science (especially chemistry), and biology being beneficial.
• Pharmacy Assistant Certificate or Diploma (Optional, but preferred): Some employers prefer candidates who have completed a formal pharmacy assistant program, which may include coursework on pharmaceutical terminology, medication dispensing, and customer service. These programs are often offered at vocational schools or community colleges.
• On-the-Job Training: Many pharmacy assistants gain experience through on-the-job training, which can last from a few weeks to several months.