Pharmacy Assistant

1Cure Philippines; San Simon; On-site; PHP 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

1Cure Philippines is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support pharmacists in dispensing medications, maintaining records, and ensuring smooth pharmacy operations. The role emphasizes accuracy, inventory management, and excellent patient service in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have NCIII Pharmacy Assistant certification and relevant experience in clinic or retail pharmacy, with proficiency in dispensing systems and POS equipment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Pharmacy Assistant/Pharmacy Technician course.
• NCIII Pharmacy Assistant holder.
• Experience in a clinic or retail pharmacy setting preferred.
• Proficient with dispensing systems, e-prescription software, and POS equipment.
• Knowledgeable about pharmaceutical products, dosage forms, and inventory procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Customer-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in dispensing and preparing prescribed medications accurately and efficiently.
• Receive, process, and label prescriptions according to SOPs.
• Maintain and update patient medication records and pharmacy files.
• Ensure proper storage, organization, and handling of drugs and supplies.
• Monitor stock levels, assist in inventory management, and prepare requisitions for replenishment.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties such as encoding, filing, and record-keeping.
• Provide information and assistance to patients courteously and professionally.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the pharmacy area.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Operate the medicine machine.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Customer service

Education

NCIII Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacy Assistant/Pharmacy Technician course

Tools

Retail dispensing systems

Electronic prescription software

POS equipment

Job description

About the role

The Pharmacy Assistant supports the Pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing, and management of medications and supplies. This role ensures that pharmacy operations run efficiently, maintains accurate inventory, and provides excellent customer service to patients and healthcare staff.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in dispensing and preparing prescribed medications accurately and efficiently.
• Receive, process, and label prescriptions in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintain and update patient medication records and pharmacy files.
• Ensure the proper storage, organization, and handling of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Monitor stock levels, assist in inventory management, and prepare requisitions for replenishment.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties such as encoding, filing, and record-keeping.
• Provide information and assistance to patients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the pharmacy area.
• Ensure compliance with all pharmacy regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Operate the medicine machine.

About you

• Graduate of a Pharmacy Assistant/Pharmacy Technician course or any related field.
• NCIII Pharmacy Assistant holder.
• Preferably with experience in a clinic or retail pharmacy setting.
• Proficiency in standard retail dispensing systems, electronic prescription software, and point-of-sale (POS) equipment.
• Knowledgeable in pharmaceutical products, dosage forms, and inventory procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling prescriptions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Customer-oriented, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.