Abstract

*Ndao Y. and Mbaye G.

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Relationship between pharmacists and employees are governed by labor law. However, in Senegal, some employees of pharmacies work mostly in precarious conditions, are poorly paid and without any contract. Objective: The objective of our work was to study pharmacy employees working conditions, in Dakar region. Methodology: This is a descriptive, cross-sectional study conducted between November 2017 and January 2018, in 50 pharmacies of Dakar, Guédiawaye and Pikine boroughs. We were mainly interested in assistant pharmacists and students. . Data were analyzed by using 'Google Questionnaire forms''. Results: Students are the most important segment (50%), with an average of 28 years old. They were followed by assistants and doctor in pharmacy (43%) with an average of 30 years old; and rest of employees (7%). There was a male employees predominance of 61% and most of them were not satisfied with their working conditions. Twenty percent (20%) of students underestimate their salary paid without a wage slip. Social coverage rate is low as for students and assistants. Conclusion: Employees are relatively young, with an average between 28 and 30 years old, and a male predominance. They are not satisfied with their working conditions. Method of payment is not up to standard and majority of employees have no social security.