Pharmacy Technician

KK Women's & Children's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to support pharmacists in ensuring medication availability and enhancing patient care. This role involves processing medication orders, preparing syrups, and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and experience in a retail or clinical setting. Join a team committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, where your contributions will significantly impact patient experiences in a healing environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent required.
• Experience in retail/hospital/clinic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with medication orders and patient care.
• Prepare extemporaneous syrups and provide customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Medication Order Processing

Counselling

Education

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science

WSQ Advanced Certificate in Pharmacy Support

Job description

Company Description:

KK Women's and Children's Hospital has evolved over the decades, since its founding in 1858, into a regional leader in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Neonatology. Today, the 830-bed hospital is a referral centre providing tertiary services to handle high-risk conditions in women and children. More than 400 specialists adopt a multi-disciplinary and holistic approach to treatment, and harness the latest innovations and technology for the best medical care possible.

As an academic healthcare institution, KKH believes that world-class clinical training and research are imperative in raising the standard of care. Hence, the Hospital has adopted a culture of innovation as it strives for world-class clinical leadership.

As we continually raise the bar on clinical excellence, we are sensitive to our patients' needs for a pleasant hospital experience - one where they receive seamless service and enjoy the warmth of compassionate care in a healing environment.

Job Description:

You will assist pharmacists in ensuring the availability of medications and facilitate patient care through processing of medication orders which includes typing, packing and counselling. You will also be required to prepare extemporaneous syrups and to provide customer service and handle simple enquiries on Over-The-Counter medications and other available retail products.

In addition, you will be required to perform administrative duties e.g. prepacking, cycle counts and topping up of stocks.

Job Requirements:

1. Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science from local Polytechnic or WSQ Advanced Certificate in Pharmacy Support or equivalent

2. Work experience in retail/hospital/clinic will be an advantage

3. Able to work on weekends and public holidays (PHs)