Experienced Pharmacy Technician at British Community Hospital and Outpatient Clinic (BCHOC)

British Community Hospital and Outpatient Clinic (BCHOC) is a one stop comprehensive and effective general healthcare deliveries for yourself, family, and organisations with zero waiting time. Services include general outpatient, and in-patient clinics, maternity services, general and specialist surgery, laboratory services and public health/health and social care supports.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Experienced Pharmacy Technician

Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full-tim

About the Job

• We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to support our pharmacy operations.
• The successful candidate will assist the pharmacist in dispensing medications, managing inventory, counselling patients on proper drug use, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• The role requires accuracy, good communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility in handling medicines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in preparing, packaging, and dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medications.
• Verify prescriptions for accuracy and completeness before processing.
• Monitor drug storage conditions to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist with billing, processing payments, and maintaining daily sales records.
• Support the pharmacist in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) and other relevant authorities.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the pharmacy environment.
• Provide basic medication counselling to patients under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications and supplies.
• Label medications with correct dosage instructions and usage warnings.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and update them as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Pharmacy Technician Certificate from an accredited institution.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Ability to work under supervision and as part of a healthcare team.
• Certification: Current license/registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy.
• Knowledge of drug names, dosage forms, and basic pharmacology.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with pharmacy management software or POS systems.
• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and controlled drug handling.
• Customer service skills with a patient-centered approach.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.