Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Automation Service)

KK WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated pharmacy assistant to support pharmacists in medication management, including processing orders and preparing medications. Candidates should possess a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science and be capable of working shifts. Experience in a hospital setting is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
• Working experience in hospital or emergency pharmacy will be an added advantage.
• Able to perform shift duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in ensuring the availability of medications.
• Handle the operation of automation systems and drug preparation.
• Perform duties such as checking and topping up medications in ward medication trolleys.

Education

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent

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.

You will be required to handle the operation of the automation systems and drug preparation for unit dose packaging and distribution to the wards. You will also perform loading of drugs into automation systems. You will also perform duties such as checking and topping up of medications in ward medication trolleys and Pyxis. You may be required to prepare and supply medications to automated dispensing machines (ADM) in the wards and operating theatres

Requirements:

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
• Working experience in hospital or emergency pharmacy will be an added advantage
• Able to perform shift duties