Job Title: Biomedical Technician
Company: Medical Stores Department(MSD)
Location: Tanzania
Application Deadline: 2021-08-05
Overview
Medical Stores Department Profile
Medical Stores Department (MSD) is an autonomous department under the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Elderly and Children established by the Act of Parliament No. 13 of 1993 [CAP 70 R.E. 2002] .The Department is responsible to develop, maintain and manage an efficient and cost effective logistics system of Procurement, Storage and Distribution of approved essential medicines and medical supplies for public health facilities.
Mission
To make available, at all times, medicines and medical supplies acceptable quality at affordable prices to all Tanzanians
Vision
Centre of excellence for health commodities supply chain in Africa
Values
Respect, Integrity, Passion, Courtesy and Innovation
Quality Policy Statement
We seek to continually improve the effectiveness of our procurement, storage and distribution services by regularly reviewing our quality policy, service objectives and by practical implementation of ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System. They need the following vacancies below to be filled
BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN – 6 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assist higher-level technicians in repairing, installing, calibrating, or maintaining a range of general biomedical/ clinical equipment, e.g., replacing components, taking test readings, and wiring circuits in accordance with specific instructions;
ii. To perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of equipment;
iii. To make minor repairs on medical electronic equipment;
iv. To maintain appropriate records of repairs and preventative maintenance; and
v.To perform any other related duties as may be assigned by his Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Biomedical technician or equivalent qualifications from a reputable institution.
REMUNERATION: MSDS 3
WAREHOUSE OFFICER – 2 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i.Records and maintains stocks as per prescribed MSD regulations.
ii. Reconciles warehouse stock records with other records in relevant sections.
iii. Records and maintains inter-warehouse stock transfers.
iv. Facilitates smooth coordination between the receiving, warehousing and dispatching activities.
v. Processes Zonal Transfer Orders for drugs and medical supplies for distribution to zones.
vi. Assist in preparation of weekly reports on items verified to identify discrepancies noted and conditions.
vii. Prepares periodic report on dormant, expired and damaged stocks.
viii. Performs any other duties assigned by the superior.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized institution, must be registered with Pharmacy Council Professional Body. Must be computer literate.
REMUNERATION: MSDS 4
