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Pharmaceutical Technologist

Metropolitan Hospital Nairobi, Kenya Full Time Posted 2026-08-07
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-08-07Close dateNot specifiedExperience1 yearSourceJobWeb Kenya
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Metropolitan Hospital in Nairobi is hiring a full-time Pharmaceutical Technologist to manage dispensing, stock control, prescription handling, and pharmacy reporting. The role requires a recognized post-secondary diploma, a current PPB Licence, and at least one year of experience.

  • Full-time pharmacy role in Nairobi
  • Requires current PPB Licence
  • At least 1 year of experience needed
  • Covers dispensing, stock control, and reporting

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Can you qualify for this role?

  • Required1+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
  • RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
  • PreferredPractical evidence in internship, pharmaceutical technologist, pharmacyThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
  • RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
  • UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.

Documents to prepare

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  • Role specificCover letter or short employer message
  • OptionalProfessional references
  • Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
  • VerifyLicence, permit or professional registration
  • VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer

Application tips for this job

  • Place your strongest Pharmaceutical Technologist evidence in the first half of your CV.
  • In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Metropolitan Hospital and the role in Nairobi.
  • Add concrete examples related to internship, pharmaceutical technologist, pharmacy, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
  • Follow the instructions from JobWeb Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
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  • Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.

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  • Deadline not specified
  • No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.

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Interview preparation

  • What experience makes you a strong fit for this Pharmaceutical Technologist role in internship, pharmaceutical technologist?
  • How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
  • Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
  • Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
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Original source description

Responsibilities

  • The key
  • of this role will include but not limited to receiving, filling and dispensing drugs and medical supplies as ordered or prescribed by a qualified medical practitioner
  • Making sure that there is no stock out in the pharmacy.
  • Advising the doctors about short expiries in the pharmacy.
  • Stock control
  • Ensuring pharmacy equipment’s are kept in good working condition
  • Ensuring regular updates on the various pharmacies registers e.g. DDA,
  • Filling/storing prescriptions and maintaining them for the required number of years as guided by law
  • Ensuring prompt communication to clients of any therapeutic incompatibilities and potential drug interactions
  • Clarification of prescription to patients and notification of any prescription errors to the prescriber
  • Updating of drug patient bills
  • Generating relevant reports as the basis for the statistical reports on the consumption and balances of stocks in the pharmacy
  • Promoting rational drug therapy
  • Ensure Superior Customer

Experience

  • to all internal and external clients
  • Follow the pharmacy policies
  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • Recognized post-secondary diploma
  • Current PPB Licence
  • Atleast 1 year of experience
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