Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) is a renowned not-for-profit healthcare institution offering comprehensive medical services through its tertiary care hospital in Karachi. It is supported by a network of four secondary care hospitals, over 30 medical centres, more than 290 clinical laboratories, and over 30 pharmacies across more than 120 cities in Pakistan. AKUH also provides home healthcare services and medicine delivery at home. Committed to patient welfare, the hospital offers Zakat assistance and financial support programs for eligible patients. Accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre, with Clinical Laboratories accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), AKUH maintains the highest standards of quality and patient safety. The institution values diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment for all employees, trainees, volunteers, and stakeholders, including vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform manual and technical labeling, delivery, distribution, and storage of medications under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Maintain accurate records of drug expiry dates for all pharmacy stock.
- Assist the storekeeper with inventory management tasks as required.
- Replenish and manage stat drug slips, intravenous (I/V) drips, and floor stock medications.
- Collect credit drugs and empty containers, bags, or bottles regularly from nursing units.
- Carry out sterile and non-sterile compounding in compliance with applicable standards.
- Manage store inventories, including processing Goods Receiving Indent Notes (GRIN), Stock Purchase Requisitions (SPR), and vendor replenishment requests.
- Monitor expiry and lot control, and efficiently handle indent and transfer notes.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum education of Intermediate with a pre-medical background; a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma as a Dispenser is preferred.
- At least one year of relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy, medical store, or clinical setting.
- Good understanding of pharmacy practices and procedures.
- Solid knowledge of medical classifications, supplies, and dosage forms.
- Ability to accurately read prescriptions, labels, and drug names.
- Manual dexterity and physical fitness to handle heavy items and perform repetitive tasks.
- Proficiency in computer use and ability to read English.
- Willingness to work in shifts.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a detailed CV. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The deadline for applications is October 19, 2025.