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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.

Experience:
Assistant Manager: Pharmaceutical Services
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: MHS359/2025
Stikland Hospital,

A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC.

Minimum educational qualification:
Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharma¬cist.

Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Computer literacy in the Microsoft Office Package. Appropriate experience in dispensing management, clinical pharmacy and Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee Management and Human Resource management. Ability to work under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Proof of Continuous Professional Development. Appropriate experience as a pharmacist in a hospital environment. Appropriate supervisory experience as a pharmacist. Knowledge of Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 as amended, Medicines and Related Substance Control Act, Act 101 of 1965 as amended, GPP, Public Finance Management Act and Supply Chain processes. Knowledge of and ability to comply with an applicable legislation. Knowledge of Dispensing Management, Clinical Pharmacy Management and Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee Management especially in the area of evidence-based medicine and Pharmacovigilance. Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.

Registration with a Professional Council:
Current registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist.

Enquiries:
Ms E Silence, tel. no. (021) 940 4402

Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. The pool of applicants for the post will be considered for other similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert.

Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Providing an effective Pharmaceutical Service, clinical and management functions. Ensuring effective Pharmaceutical Service is being provided to hospital patients by implementing and monitoring work procedures, policies and guidelines. Facilitating a comprehensive dispensing process, including the approval of items that are not on the provincial code list. Effective implementation and monitoring of security measures to ensure the safekeeping of all pharmaceuticals within the pharmacy complex and the hospital. Conversing with clinicians, Head of Departments as well as Senior Hospital Management. Monitoring and facilitating the Medicine Supply Management. Monitor and report on medication errors/interventions in accordance with Quality Assurance requirements. Facilitating and monitoring research. Monitor and report on statistical data quality and maintain data integrity and liaise with Finance and Supply Chain Management and Information Management to assist with adherence to budgetary control and promote rational drug use. Assisting with the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures. Monitoring and facilitating the training and development of pharmacy staff.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid driver’s licence (code B/BE) Prepared to register as a tutor with SAPC as a pharmacist. Willingness to perform after hour callouts.




Remuneration:
R 1 093 611 - R 1 265 916 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
6/20/2025 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: 7/4/2025 12:00:00 AM

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