The Pharmacy Assistant supports the pharmacy’s operational and administrative functions. This role requires a numerate and detail-oriented individual responsible for inventory management, record keeping, data entry, and assisting with financial and stock-related tasks to ensure smooth pharmacy operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate stock and inventory records of medicines and pharmacy products.
- Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and reorder requirements.
- Perform data entry and maintain pharmacy records in the system or stock register.
- Assist in processing purchase orders, invoices, and supplier records.
- Support the pharmacist in pricing, billing, and reconciliation of sales and stock.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock and sales reports.
- Assist with packaging, labeling, and organizing medications when required.
- Ensure proper documentation and filing of prescriptions and invoices.
- Support compliance with pharmacy regulations and internal procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum OND / HND / BSc in any numerate discipline (e.g., Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or related field).
- Basic knowledge of pharmacy inventory systems is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, inventory software, data entry).
- Good organizational and record-keeping abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- 1–2 years experience in pharmacy, retail, inventory management, or administrative role preferred.