Pharmacist Assistant (post-basic) – Cape Town – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Grade 1 to 3 to join its team in the Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure of Cape Town. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of pharmaceutical care, providing essential support in Primary Health Care facilities. Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals within the community, ensuring they receive quality pharmaceutical services and advice. By engaging with key stakeholders and managing private providers, you will help maintain the integrity of healthcare delivery in this vibrant city.

As a Pharmacist Assistant, you will play a crucial part in the management and distribution of pharmaceuticals, ensuring that patients have access to the medications they need. This role matters not only because it supports individual health but also because it contributes to the overall well-being of the public service in South Africa. Your expertise and commitment to quality care will help enhance the healthcare experience for many residents in the Tygerberg region.

About the Department

The Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all South Africans. With a mission to provide effective healthcare services, the department focuses on accessible and quality healthcare for all communities. Working within this department means being part of a team that values health equity and strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of citizens across the country.

What You’ll Do

• Engage meaningfully with stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
• Manage and coordinate private providers within the Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure.
• Deliver direct services at Primary Health Care facilities on a rotational basis.
• Assist private providers with stock and pharmacy-related queries.
• Issue pharmaceutical products and ensure the quality provision of Pharmaceutical Care.
• Control stock through effective management of procurement, storage, and distribution of pharmaceuticals.
• Collate and organize information for research and handle reasonable job-related requests.

What You’ll Need

• Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification allowing registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional.
• Experience:
• Grade 1: No experience required post-registration.
• Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years’ experience post-registration.
• Grade 3: Minimum of 13 years’ relevant experience post-registration.
• Valid driver’s license (Code B/EB).
• Good computer literacy and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.