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Pharmacy Dispenser

Full time @Lifelink hospital posted 6 hours ago in Administration
  • Kampala District View on Map
  • Post Date : November 13, 2026
  • Apply Before : November 20, 2026
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  • Job ID 30097
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Administration
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

Pharmacy Dispenser

Job Description: Pharmacy Dispenser

Job Title:                      Pharmacy Dispenser (Dispensing Nurse)

Duty Station:                Lifelink Hospital / Lifelink Pharmacy

Reports To:                  Head of Dispensary / Pharmacist

Interfaces With:            Clinical Coordinator, Administrator, General Manager and team leaders from other departments

 

JOB PURPOSE

To dispense drugs as required by patients.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Diploma or Certificate in Nursing or Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
  • At least 1 year of working experience in a medical facility.
  • Valid practicing license and registration certificate from the Nurses and Midwives Council, the Allied Health Professionals Council or the Pharmaceutical Society, with an impressive track record.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Medical knowledge.
  • Ability to use basic computer software.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to perform well under pressure.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills using the teamwork concept.
  • Careful and analytical approach to work.
  • Sympathetic, supportive and professional approach to patients.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Able to learn independently.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Possesses physical stamina.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assess drug supplies and medical needs of the dispensary/pharmacy.
  • Make daily dispensary/pharmacy requisitions from the main store for drugs that are running out of stock or are required by patients or other departments served by the pharmacy/dispensary.
  • Receive stock into the dispensary/pharmacy, ensuring the right drugs, quality, quantity and batch are received, in addition to other requirements as per National Drug Authority requirements.
  • Ensure drugs are correctly arranged on shelves according to their classification and the FEFO (First Expiry, First Out) rule.
  • Dust drugs and shelves daily and maintain a clean working environment.
  • Keep a daily temperature record for cold chain items.
  • Fill patient prescriptions for both insurance and outpatients, properly file insurance forms, and ensure the right drug is given to the right insurance company.
  • Give patients the right drug information while dispensing, including side effects, contraindications, frequency and timing of medication, precautions to be taken and any other relevant information.
  • Ensure all drugs sold are posted in the system and transfers are posted to the different departments served.
  • Check drug expiries regularly and every time a prescription is filled; items with short expiry should be sorted out and dispensed first.
  • Make a daily report on returned drug items, ensuring items not taken and in good condition are returned in the system.
  • Carry out monthly stock taking in the dispensary/pharmacy.
  • Monitor room temperature in the dispensary/pharmacy and make adjustments as required.
  • Record any adverse effects reported about a drug and report them to the pharmacist.
  • Ensure drugs and medical supplies tally between the system stock balance and the physical balance at all times.
  • Any other duties that may be assigned.

 

 

 

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Deadline: Friday 20th November, 2026

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