Pharmaceutical Specialist I (Clinical Pharmacy) - 4 Posts at Kiambu County Government

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B Pharm) degree or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
• Master's degree in Clinical Pharmacy;
• Certificate of Registration by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
• Valid practicing license from Pharmacy and Poisons Board:
• Have a Recognition Certificate as a Specialist
• At least one year post specialization working experience;
• Demonstrated ability and competence in organizing, performing and discharging the dental function;
• Three (3) years relevant work experience;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment fo values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution:
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment and sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills;
• Proficiency in computer applications: and
• Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinating pharmaceutical services in a health facility;
• Coordinating Medicine and Therapeutics committee activities in a health facility;
• Developing and reviewing standard operating procedures for all pharmaceutical services in the facility;
• Conducting research on medicine utilization;
• Providing continuous professional development education to pharmacists;
• Evaluating appropriateness of donated medical supplies;
• Maintaining pharmaceutical inventories;
• Participating in facility management committees;
• Providing medicinal information in preparation of patient drug management therapies:
• Coordinating preparation of annual work plans and ensuring they are adhered to; and
• Coordinating capacity building and deployment of pharmaceutical personnel.