Pharmacist ( Post 6 ) – Ministry Of Defence 31 views

Position: Pharmacist

Job Description

The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.50, 610 -Ksh.90, 200 p.m. (CSG 8)
• House Allowance: Ksh 16,184-KSH 35,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh 8,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
• Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
• Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

(i) a Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree (B Pharm) from a university recognized in Kenya;

(ii) successfully completed one (1) year Internship from a recognized institution; and

(iii) a registration Certificate by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

(i) screening prescriptions for legal validity, drug contraindications, drug interactions, appropriateness of dose, frequency and duration of dosing and patience convenience;

(ii) preparing and dispensing medicines according to Good Dispensing Practices and;

(iii) counseling patients on use of medicines;

(iv) making extemporaneous preparations;

(v) participating in ward rounds;

(vi) identifying medicinal gaps and challenges;

(vii) maintaining a daily log book for recording all activities undertaken;

(viii) recommending Over the Counter (OTC) medicines to patients/clients with simple medical conditions and making necessary referrals; and

(ix) making entries into the relevant inventory management records and registers.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke

Send an email to: [email protected]. Please include your ID /Passport Number and full name, or call the following numbers: Landline: +254 (020) 2223901, 254 20 2227471 Call Centre: 020 4865000

Please Note:

(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

(iv) The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4 th June, 2024 (Latest 5 pm East African Time)