Jobs at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) | Abuja, Nigeria
Company/Recruiter: The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Opportunity type
Job
Location
Nigeria, Abuja Federal Capital Territory
Work arrangement
Location-based; remote work not stated
Compensation
Not disclosed
Employer
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Evidence to prepare: Connect your CV or portfolio to Diploma degree in Pharmacy Technology / Pharmaceutical Sciences from an accredited institution.; Valid technician license or registration with the relevant pharmacy council.. Use one concrete example that shows you can Prepare chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biologic agents under strict aseptic conditions..
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in Abuja is a new 500-bed specialty hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, alongside general medical and surgical services. The institution also emphasizes research and education, aiming to deliver exceptional care to individuals across the African continent.Job Overview
The Oncology Pharmacy Technician will support the Clinical Pharmacist in the safe, efficient, and aseptic preparation of cancer therapies. This role is crucial for ensuring oncology patients receive accurate, sterile, and timely medications.Key Responsibilities
- Prepare chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biologic agents under strict aseptic conditions.
- Perform final accuracy checks on prepared doses before pharmacist verification.
- Label and package oncology medications according to hazardous drug handling standards.
- Maintain competency in sterile compounding techniques.
- Manage the procurement, receipt, and storage of all oncology pharmaceuticals.
- Monitor stock levels of critical cancer therapies to prevent shortages.
- Conduct daily temperature monitoring for storage units.
- Coordinate with suppliers for consignment stock and just-in-time ordering.
- Adhere to personal protective equipment protocols for handling hazardous drugs.
- Participate in the cleanliness and decontamination of the sterile preparation area.
- Assist in documenting and reporting near misses, errors, or equipment malfunctions.
- Support audits related to hazardous drug handling and aseptic technique competency.
- Obtain and verify patient-specific information to support clinical checks.
- Maintain accurate records for traceability.
- Assist with medication reconciliation.
- Manage workflow to minimize patient wait times.
- Operate oncology-specific pharmacy information systems.
- Utilize barcode scanning technology for verification.
- Support the implementation of dose-banding protocols.
Requirements
- Diploma degree in Pharmacy Technology / Pharmaceutical Sciences from an accredited institution.
- Valid technician license or registration with the relevant pharmacy council.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician, with at least 1 year in an oncology or sterile compounding setting.
- Certification in Aseptic Techniques / IV Chemotherapy Compounding.
- In-depth understanding of cytotoxic drug handling, PPE requirements, and spill management.
- Familiarity with chemotherapy regimens, hydration protocols, and pre-medication sequences.
- Proficiency in using vertical laminar airflow hoods and biological safety cabinets.
- Experience with pharmacy automation.
- Basic knowledge of tumour markers and lab values.
- Skills in Aseptic Techniques / IV Chemotherapy Compounding.
- Knowledge of Chemotherapy Regimens.
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