Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technologist At Premier Hospital

Premier Hospital·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Sep 30, 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

  • Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, the Pharmaceutical Technologist will support the safe, accurate and efficient preparation, dispensing and inventory management of medications across Premier Hospital's pharmacy units, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in Pharmacy.
  • At least 2 years experience, with at least 1 year in a busy hospital setup.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Key skills

Diploma
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At a glance

Company

Premier Hospital

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

Valid until

September 30, 2026

Created

September 17, 2026

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