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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 (Post Basic) (Warehousing) (7 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS78/2025
  Medicine Management, Laboratory and Blood Services Support
 
Minimum Requirement:
As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Assist with the receiving and storage of pharmaceutical products from suppliers. Assist with the control of pharmaceutical stock. Assist with the Issuing of stock against orders from health facilities within the scope of practice of a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant. Assist with the efficient and secure packaging of pharmaceutical products for delivery. Assist with the effective control and distribution of completed pharmaceutical orders to facilities. Compliance with good pharmacy practice and good warehouse practice. Support and assist the Pharmacy Supervisor with collating statistics.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Current registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic or Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic (Warehousing) and annual proof of registration/ proof of payment.
 
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.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and/or experience in handling pharmaceutical supplies particularly in a warehouse environment, including Cold Chain Practices. Knowledge of Drug Supply Management Principles. Good knowledge of wholesale warehouse practices and procedures. Good literacy and numeric skills. Meticulous and attention to detail. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word & Excel).
 
Enquiries:
Ms. D Heugh, tel. no. (021) 483-5894
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. The pool of applicants may be considered for other vacant Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) Grade 1 to 3 posts within the Chief Director Emergency & Clinical Support Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. 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)”.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 264 750 per annum; Grade 2: R 306 411 per annum; Grade 3: 330 540 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
7/18/2025 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: 8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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