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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 Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GSH148/2025
  Groote Schuur Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.
 
Note:
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):
Dispensing and clinical interventions with medical and nursing staff. Medicine supply management. Implementing and monitoring adherence to policies. Data collection and Adverse Drug Management reporting. Assisting with training, teaching and mentoring of Pharmacy staff. Supporting the Pharmacy supervisor in providing an efficient service via process improvement strategies, complying with audit requirements and being involved in performance management.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 14 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of Medicine Supply Management principles. Problem solving with analytical skills while being innovative and patient orientated. Ability to plan/organize/motivate a team. Good knowledge of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures. Computer literacy (Word, Excel) as well as demonstrating experience in using JAC/ WellSky dispensing system.
 
Enquiries:
Ms V Naicker, Tel no, (021) 404 3216
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 848,862 per annum, Grade 2: R 917,634 per annum, Grade 3: R 1,001,349 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/1/2025 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: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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