The Nairobi Hospital is a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa, renowned for its excellence in clinical and non-clinical service delivery. As part of our ongoing mission to deliver exceptional care and enhance the health outcomes of our patients, we are seeking highly motivated, results-driven, and ethical individuals to join our team.
We are looking for professionals who are passionate about healthcare excellence, committed to continuous improvement, and willing to work in a high-performing environment aligned with our Strategic Plan (2025-2029). If you possess a strong work ethic, value integrity, and have a drive to make a meaningful contribution to the healthcare sector, then we welcome your application.
Currently, The Nairobi Hospital invites applications for the following position:
Pharmaceutical Technologist – 6 Months Contract
Ref: TNH/HRD/CP/5/2025
Overall Purpose of the Job
The Pharmaceutical Technologist will provide essential support in dispensing drugs to patients and other hospital units. The role is critical in ensuring the hospital’s pharmaceutical services meet high-quality standards and patient safety requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Receive and verify written prescriptions from patients to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Respond to patients’ inquiries, questions, or requests in a courteous and timely manner.
- Prepare and package chemotherapy medications and other medications requiring special handling in accordance with established safety measures.
- Assist in filling, processing, and dispensing medications to patients while maintaining the hospital’s safety and quality standards.
- Assist in maintaining drug inventory through effective inventory control practices.
- Initiate the procurement process for medications based on inventory assessments and department needs.
- Regularly check for expiration dates on all medications and ensure removal of expired stock.
- Record and maintain accurate documentation and reports on all pharmaceutical transactions.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Core Competencies
- Knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, and pharmaceutics
- Understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- Basic knowledge of nutrition supplementation
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in professional duties
- Teamwork orientation with a focus on delivering results
- Accountability and ownership of responsibilities
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Why Join The Nairobi Hospital?
- Commitment to Excellence: You will be joining an institution that is passionate about quality patient outcomes and high standards of service delivery.
- Innovative Environment: We are continuously improving and adopting new approaches aligned with our Strategic Plan 2025–2029.
- Professional Growth: We support staff development through training, exposure, and performance-driven growth opportunities.
- Dynamic Team: You will work alongside passionate, experienced, and professional colleagues dedicated to healthcare transformation.
How to Apply
If your background, experience, and competencies match the above job specifications, we invite you to submit your application. Please include:
- A cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the position
- An up-to-date CV/Resume
- Your current remuneration
- Testimonials and academic credentials
- Full contact details of three referees
- Ensure to quote the job reference number in your application.
All applications must be submitted online. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for Application: 9th May 2025
Please note: The Nairobi Hospital does NOT charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
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For more information, please refer to the attached PDF with detailed job specifications (if attached).
The Nairobi Hospital
Head of Human Resources
P.O. Box 30026 – 00100
NAIROBI
