Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 24, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job summary
• Responsible for executing stock management activities in the Health Facility store including stock request, receipt, storage and issuance to departments of medical supplies, food items, equipment and other materials to departments. And dispensing medication to patients.

Job responsibilities
• Track all movements of goods in and out of store, including checking deliveries of goods against dispatch notices for quality and quantity
• Perform physical stock counts as per schedule; perform reconciliation with paper files and as required in ERP system / Rx solution to ensure compliance with stock level agreements; follow up with supervisor in regards to discrepancies, alarm thresholds, stock outs and expiry dates
• Collaborate with In-Charge to prepare stock request; responsible for submitting request to Store Officer and following up on delivery.
• Issue stock to user departments in accordance with MTI procedures
• Ensure all goods are stored and packed safely and securely and easily identifiable
• Ensure all medicines are stored at required temperature-Monitor store and Fridge temperature.
• Maintain an efficient filing system for all documentation related to stores and enter information into ERP system as required
• Prepare reports related to consumption, short-dated stock, physical stock status, expired stocks etc. and submit according to schedule
• Organise the manual loading and unloading of vehicles, as needed
• Maintain inventory register for the Non-Consumable items.
• Carryout stock rotation according to FEFO and FIFO
• Ensure store health and safety procedures are understood and followed by all persons in the store
• Responsible for the security and cleanliness of interior and exterior of store.
• Dispense medications to patients.
• Monitor prescriptions to ensure that correct medications are being prescribed, adherence to clinical guidelines and the rational use of medicines; conduct related trainings for clinical staff.

Education, licenses, & certifications
• Certificate in Pharmacy, Certificate in Pharmaceutical and Health supplies management or related field is required
• Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
• Valid practising license is required.

Experience
• 1 year of experience in a community or hospital pharmacy
• Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage

Knowledge, skills & abilities
Knowledge
• Knowledge of store management
• Knowledge of ERP systems/Rx solution
• Knowledge in medicine dispensing.

Skills
• Skilled at using ERP systems/Rx solutions to track inventory
• Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Highly organized with good quantitative ability and attention to detail
• A good command of both written and spoken English

Abilities
• Ability to act with integrity and ensure security of store goods
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
• Must be physically fit with ability to lift heavy boxes
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

Physical conditions
• This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

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