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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) Grade 1 to 3 (4 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS503/2025
  Kraaifontein CHC (1 post), Delft CHC (1 post), Fisantekraal CDC (1 post), Symphony Way CDC
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
A Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to rotate within the Substructure when required.
 
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).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Assist with issuing of pharmaceutical products and ensure quality provision of Pharmaceutical Care, including prescription evaluation, working under direct supervision of a pharmacist. Assist with the control of stock by managing the safe and reliable procurement, storage, control and distribution of quality pharmaceuticals. Assist with the support of chronic medication delivery. Assist with the packing of pharmaceuticals products. Assist with the control and distribution finished pharmacy products. Assist with the collation and organizing of information for research purposes and any reasonable job-related requests within the scope of practice of the pharmacist Assistant: Post Basic.
 
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 to register 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 to candidates 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)” The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant similar posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Current registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic or Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic (Institutional) and annual proof of registration/ proof of payment.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good computer literacy. 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’s 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. M Mukadam, tel. no. (021)987 0083 (Kraaifontein CHC) Mr. C Jacobs, tel. no. (021) 833 9090 (Delft CHC) Ms. C Krieger, tel. no. (021) 204 9472 (Symphony Way CDC) Ms. A Botha tel. no. (021) 826 2211 (Fisantekraal CDC)
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 264 750 - R 298 482 per annum, Grade 2: R 306 411 - R 324 117 per annum, Grade 3: R 330 540 - R 375 381 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/8/2025 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: 8/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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