Emirati Pharmacy Technician, Full & Part Time, Dubai

Job Requisition ID: 174376

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Role: Pharmacy Technician (Emiratization)

Role Purpose

Support pharmacists in delivering safe, effective, and high-quality pharmaceutical care to patients, in compliance with DHA regulations and facility standards.[

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, including compounding, packaging, and labeling, under direct supervision.
• Receive, process, and fill prescriptions accurately; ensure all physician orders are verified by a pharmacist before dispensing.
• Maintain and organize pharmacy inventory, monitor stock levels, and report shortages or expired medications.
• Prepare sterile IV medications and extemporaneous preparations as directed by the pharmacist.
• Process insurance claims, billing, and maintain accurate records of medication dispensed and inventory.
• Provide clear information to patients on medication instructions and potential side effects, referring complex queries to the pharmacist.
• Ensure compliance with all pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety protocols, including the handling of controlled and semi-controlled medications (which must not be dispensed by technicians).
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the pharmacy environment.
• Participate in quality assurance, safety, and process improvement initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training as required by DHA and the employer.
  
  

Qualifications & DHA Requirements

• Diploma or certificate in Pharmacy Technician program from an accredited institution (minimum one or two years).
• Valid DHA license or eligibility as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Emiratizations may be considered as fresh graduates.
• Good standing certificate from previous licensing authority (if applicable).
• Strong knowledge of medication names, basic medical terminology, and pharmaceutical calculations.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with pharmacy management systems.
  
  

Supervision & Scope

• Must work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist at all times.
• Not permitted to dispense narcotics, controlled, or semi-controlled medications.
• Responsible for maintaining professional conduct and confidentiality in all interactions.
  
  

Professional Development

• Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) activities as required by DHA.
• Stay updated with DHA circulars, guidelines, and best practices in pharmacy operations.
  
  

About Al-Futtaim Healthcare

We Hear Your Ambition.

For over 90 years, the Al-Futtaim Group has been bringing the world’s leading brands of lifestyle watches, cars, home furnishings and fashion to the UAE. The Group has now introduced a whole new way of holistic healthcare through HealthHub Clinics by Al-Futtaim, its multi-speciality chain of more than 20 clinics in Dubai with over 25 specialties offering the right combination of advanced diagnostics, proven medical expertise and specialised services.

What gives our clinics an edge is that as a part of the Al-Futtaim Group, you can expect world-class quality standards, with access to the best medical services and facilities within a healing environment. It’s a new way of healthcare that’s designed to meet a patient’s needs with a complete range of smart healthcare solutions. As testimony to this, only recently, we’ve earned a rare milestone of being the only primary healthcare network in the UAE to receive the Gold Seal by a reputed international body: Accreditation Canada.

As trusted partners to health, we at HealthHub Clinics adopt evidence-based learning that enables us to listen to our patients more carefully. It helps us in treating the cause and not just the symptoms, while applying global best practices to ensure quality of care for every family member. Most of all, we adopt a patient-centric approach to healthcare that is reflected in the promise of our core belief: “We Hear You.”