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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Pharmacist Assistant: Grade 1 to 3 (Post Basic)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS105/2025
  Victoria Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic).
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good knowledge of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures. Good numeric skills. Knowledge and or/ experience in handling pharmaceutical supplies, including cold chain practices. Knowledge of Drug Supply Management Principles. Knowledge of Good Pharmacy Practice. Meticulous and attention to detail. Good computer literacy. Good Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team or independently. Ability to work under pressure.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
 
Enquiries:
Ms. Nusrit Allie Tel: 021 799 1149
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Pharmacist Assistants who do not comply with registration in the advertised category may also apply on condition that registration in the required category is obtained within 12 months. The appointment will be subject to a 12-month probationary period. Should the employee not meet the conditions of their appointment within the agreed timeframes, the probationary period may be extended, or the employee may be dismissed. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist: Assist with reading, capturing and preparation of a prescription, the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine, the labelling and supply of the medicine in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist. Assist with the provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied and information to individuals to promote health. Assist with the distribution, control of and ordering of medicine, vacolitres, scheduled substances and non-pharmaceutical stock. Manage drug supply to wards, appropriate stock control, storage and handling expired stock. Ability to lift heavy items. Assist with the compounding or manufacturing of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved and small-scale prepacking. Assist with general housekeeping and administrative tasks. Collection of all pharmacy related data, ensuring accurate compilation of monthly pharmaceutical stats. Support to manager and colleagues. Ensure the provision of high-quality services measured by outcomes of quality assurance activities.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic). (Institutional).
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 250 947-R 282 921 per annum, Grade 2: R 290 436-R 307 221 per annum, Grade 3: R 313 308-R 355 812 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
2/28/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 3/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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