Dispensing refers to the process of preparing and giving medicine to a named person on the basis of a prescription.
It involves the correct interpretation of the wishes of the pre- scriber and the accurate preparation and labeling of medicine for use by the patient.
Here is Dispensing Technology Salary In Ghana
The Salary range for the majority of workers in Pharmaceutical technicians and assistants – from GH₵534.13 to GH₵3,906.75 per month.
Tasks and duties
Preparing medications and other pharmaceutical compounds under the guidance of a pharmacist or other health professional
Dispensing medicines and drugs to clients and giving written and oral instructions on their use, as prescribed by medical doctors, veterinarians, or other health professionals
Receiving prescriptions or refill requests from health professionals and verifying that information is complete and accurate according to medical record-keeping standards
Maintaining proper storage and security conditions for drugs
Filling and labeling containers with prescribed medications
Assisting clients by answering questions, locating items, or referring them to a pharmacist for medication information
Pricing and filing prescriptions that have been filled and establishing and maintaining patient records, including lists of medications taken by individual patients
Ordering, labeling, and counting stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies, and entering inventory data into record-keeping systems
Cleaning and preparing equipment and containers used to prepare and dispense medicines and pharmaceutical compounds.
What is an automated dispensing system?
Automated Dispensing Device (ADD) means a mechanical system designed for use in health care facilities allowing for computer-controlled storage and dispensing of drugs and devices to licensed health care professionals near the point of care.
How do pharmacy technicians get paid more?
Some ways in which pharmacy technicians can make more money include continued education to gain certification, working extra hours for overtime pay, and working for a new employer.