The Nairobi Hospital, a premier healthcare institution in Eastern Africa, is proud to announce exciting career opportunities for highly motivated professionals. Known for its commitment to delivering world-class healthcare, The Nairobi Hospital is seeking individuals who possess a passion for clinical and operational excellence, a strong work ethic, and a results-oriented mindset. The institution is implementing its Strategic Plan (2025–2029), and as such, it is looking for dynamic team players who can contribute significantly to patient outcomes and help shape clinical and non-clinical best practices.
As part of its ongoing mission to deliver exemplary patient care, the Hospital is recruiting for the following position:
Clinical Pharmacist
Ref: TNH/HRD/CP/5/2025
Overall Purpose of the Job:
The Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for ensuring optimal use of medication and addressing any medication-related issues in line with hospital protocols and patient care objectives.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Prescription and Treatment Review: Verify prescriptions and ICU treatment sheets for accuracy, appropriateness, and dosage. Consult prescribing doctors where necessary to ensure the rational use of medicines.
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Report on therapeutic drug levels for medicines with a narrow therapeutic index and make dose recommendations.
- Committee Participation: Serve on the Medicines and Therapeutics Committee, Infection Control Committee, and ICU Users Committee to enhance hospital-wide medication practices.
- Policy Formulation: Participate in the development of internal hospital policies relating to infection control, chemotherapy, antibiotic use, and disinfection.
- Prescribing Documentation: Assist in the design and continuous improvement of prescribing templates and documentation tools.
- Pharmaceutical Support: Provide accurate and timely drug information to doctors and consultants; support nurses and clinicians with pharmaceutical care.
- Clinical Partnerships: Collaborate with doctors for individualized patient treatment plans, especially in complex clinical cases such as renal management.
- System Updates: Ensure the pharmacy system reflects accurate stock levels and drug details.
- Patient Guidance: Counsel patients on correct dosage and proper use of prescribed medications.
- Departmental Reporting: Run and analyze statistics for pharmacy performance and patient outcomes.
- Committee Contributions: Represent the pharmacy in multidisciplinary committees to advance the hospital’s pharmaceutical knowledge base.
- Medication Interpretation: Interpret medication orders that require laboratory assessments to guide safe administration.
- Drug Vetting: Vet and register medications for hospital approval prior to dispensation.
- Error Monitoring: Track medication errors, analyze root causes, and implement corrective measures to improve workflow safety.
- Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, aligned with hospital goals and regulatory requirements.
Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized university.
- Must be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya and possess a valid practicing license.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Clinical Pharmacist in a hospital setting.
Core Competencies
- Profound understanding of pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, and pharmaceutics.
- Strong knowledge of biochemical drug interactions.
- Practical understanding of human anatomy and nutrition supplementation.
- High attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Excellent decision-making, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills.
- Proven ability to manage pharmaceutical stock and understand pricing and billing systems.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities.
- Strong research and planning skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and work ethic.
- Ability to perform under pressure and commitment to continuous learning.
Why Join The Nairobi Hospital?
Joining The Nairobi Hospital means becoming part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and compassion in healthcare delivery. The hospital provides a dynamic environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in patient care and community health. This is your opportunity to contribute to a prestigious institution that is a benchmark for healthcare in the region.
How to Apply
If your qualifications, experience, and competencies align with the role described above, we invite you to submit your application. Please send your cover letter and a detailed CV/resume, quoting the job reference number, along with details of your current remuneration, testimonials, and contact information for three referees.
Deadline for Applications: 14th May 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications must be submitted online. We do not accept hard copy applications.
The Nairobi Hospital does NOT charge any recruitment fees.
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