Posted: 2026-09-04 22:54:09  Deadline: Rolling Basis   Full-time   Salary: Confidential

Penda Health is seeking a Pharmaceutical Technologist to provide the highest quality Pharmacy services and ensure an outstanding patient experience. This is a key clinical position that will have a critical impact on Penda Health’s ability to provide comprehensive primary care to its patients.

Position Details

Position: Pharmaceutical Technologist.
Employer: Penda Health.
Location: Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya.
Employment Type: Full-time.
Experience Level: Mid Level.

About Penda Health

Penda Health is an award-winning, innovative healthcare company dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and trustworthy care to every patient it serves. Its vision is for everyone in Africa to have healthcare they can trust, care that is accessible, reliable, and centred on people. Penda Health operates 20 Medical Centres across Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kajiado Counties, offering a wide range of outpatient and diagnostic services.

Role Summary

This is a key clinical position that will provide a critical impact on the ability to provide comprehensive primary care to patients. The role holder will ensure an outstanding patient experience while providing the highest quality Pharmacy services.

Responsibilities

Receive and process prescriptions from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to Penda policies while dispensing medications to patients.
Maintain vigilance over drug storage conditions by recording fridge and room temperatures. Regularly monitor pharmaceutical expiry dates and manage general supplies accordingly.
Implement strict protocols for the maintenance and documentation of DDA (Dangerous Drugs Act) regulated medications.
Conduct monthly stock takes in alignment with policy guidelines. Keep a record and manage all drug stocks received from the central store, those issued to clients, and remaining stocks.
Collaborate with clinical officers to ensure the safe, economical, and rational use of drugs and pharmaceutical products.
Strive to exceed patient expectations by going above and beyond to meet their needs while maintaining the highest standards of patient dignity and experience.

Key Requirements and Attributes

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized medical training institution.
Be registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya.
Have a valid practicing license.
Proficiency in computer application skills.
Minimum of one (1) year experience preferably in a busy hospital setup.
Great team player who can collaborate with other team members to offer the best outcomes to the patient.
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Strong commitment to the care of patients and great customer service.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

Application Process

If you are excited and meet the above qualifications, please apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Application Link: Pharmaceutical Technologist at Penda Health (Instructions and Application)