Principal Pharmacist

and 1 Kabale RRH)

Reference: HRM 72/173/01 - MoH/RRH

Reports to: Senior Executive Consultant

Qualifications: i. Bachelor of Pharmacy or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. ii. Master’s Degree in Pharmacy or its equivalent from recognized institution. Experience: At least six (6) years’ experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of Senior

Pharmacist in Government. Other

Good communication and interpersonal skills. Duties and

a) Plan, coordinate, budget, monitor and evaluate Dispensing services in the Hospital. b) Manage and account for allocated resources. c) Prepare quality medicines.

d) Dispense medicines to patients according to prescriptions. e) Advise Clinicians and other Health Professionals on prescriptions. f) Advise patients and the community on proper use and storage of medicines. g) Requisition for essential supplies. h) Ensure safe disposal of pharmaceutical waste. i) Ensure that equipment is functional and well maintained. j) Initiate and ensures that research is carried out. k) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff. Page 8 of 62

l) Promote observance of professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff under him/or her. m) Supervise and appraise subordinate staff. n) Prepare and submit periodic reports. o) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.