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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
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS26/2020
  Directorate: Pharmacy Services, Oudtshoorn Medical Sub-Depot
 
Requirements
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 Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant.
 
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. Proficiency in at least two of three official languages of Western Cape. Good numeric skills. Meticulous and attention to detail.
 
Enquiries:
Ms C Buthelezi, tel. no. (021) 483-8804 or Ms S Dulaze, tel. no. (021) 483-2422
 
Note:
Only officials employed by the Western Cape Provincial Government will be considered for this post. Candidates registered in categories other than “Warehousing/Wholesale” may also apply, on condition that registration in the category “Warehousing/Wholesale” is obtained within 12 months. Appointments will be done on probation until the registration certified in the required category is obtained. Failure to comply will lead to the termination of services in the cases of those appointed from outside the public service. In the case of serving employees, the employee will return to his/her previous post.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 208 383 - R 234 738, Grade 2:R 241 839 - R 256 686, Grade 3: R 262 068 - R 299 658 Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
10/9/2020 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: 10/30/2020 12:00:00 AM
 
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