Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
Overview
Assist in the provision of an efficient pharmaceutical service under the supervision of a pharmacist. Dispense medicines according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and within the scope of practice of a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic).
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or equivalent
- Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
- Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
- Experience Grade 1: None
- Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
- Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
- Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Require d: Knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and Good Pharmacy Practice
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical legislation and policies
- Understanding of medicine supply management
- Knowledge of stock control systems
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Planning and organisational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Problem -solving and report -writing skills
Responsibilities
- Assist in the provision of an efficient pharmaceutical service under the supervision of a pharmacist
- Dispense medicines according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and within the scope of practice of a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
- Receive, store, issue and control pharmaceutical stock
- Monitor stock levels and assist with stock ordering and stock rotation
- Perform stock counts and assist with inventory management
- Pack and distribute medicines to wards, clinics and departments
- Maintain accur ate pharmaceutical records and documentation
- Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice and pharmaceutical legislation
- Participate in quality improvement programmes and medicine management initiatives
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the phar macy and storage areas
- Provide medicine information to healthcare professionals and patients within the scope of practice
- Perform any other duties delegated by the Pharmacy Manager or supervising pharmacist
How to apply
Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager OR Hand deliver to A -Block 1st Floor white applications box. Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital , Private Bag X07 , Mobeni, 4060. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs . Applications may alternatively be emailed to: [email protected] quoting reference number only in the subject line. Emailed applications should please be sent as one attachment. FOR ATTENTION : Mr. M.F Mlambo
Enquiries
Ms T Mhlongo Tel No: (031) 907 8169
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