About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) Grade 1 to 3 at Groote Schuur Hospital in Observatory, Cape Town. This role is vital in ensuring that the community has access to safe and effective pharmaceutical services. As a Pharmacist Assistant, you will play an essential role in the healthcare team, helping to dispense medications, manage pharmaceutical stock, and assist with medicine-related inquiries. Your commitment to excellence will directly impact patient care and the overall health standards within the community.
Working at Groote Schuur Hospital, you will be part of a renowned institution with a rich history of providing quality healthcare. This position not only offers you the chance to grow professionally but also enables you to contribute meaningfully to public service in South Africa. Your efforts will help ensure that patients receive the medications they need in a timely and efficient manner, supporting the health and well-being of the local population.
About the Department
The Department of Health plays a crucial role in promoting and safeguarding the health of South Africans through accessible and quality healthcare services. With a commitment to excellence, the department focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, and the provision of healthcare services that are equitable and efficient. By joining this esteemed department, you will be part of a mission that values the health of every individual and strives for continuous improvement in healthcare delivery across the nation.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services, ensuring safety and efficiency in medication dispensing.
- Maintain effective control of pharmaceutical stock, including receiving, storage, and distribution.
- Assist with data collection and record-keeping related to pharmaceutical operations.
- Support the training and mentoring of pharmacy staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Collaborate with the Pharmacy supervisor on process improvement strategies and audit compliance.
- Ensure adherence to Good Pharmacy Practice and relevant health policies.
- Uphold Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety standards within the pharmacy.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post Basic).
- For Grade 1: No experience required after registration.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Pharmacist’s Assistant after registration.
- For Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ experience as a Pharmacist’s Assistant after registration.
- Physical ability to handle heavy pharmaceutical items and prepare chemotherapy.
- Willingness to work in a team environment and adhere to rotating duties.
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with JAC/WellSky dispensing systems.
- Strong communication skills and a patient-oriented approach.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post Basic) Institutional or Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post Basic).Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post- Basic) (Institutional).
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’s Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist’s Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
Inherent requirements of the job: Physical ability to safely move heavy pharmaceutical items stored at various heights in the pharmacy.
Must be willing to prepare and mix chemotherapy.
Ability and willingness to work in a team environment with rotation of duties according to rosters.
Must be willing to work overtime and after hours as needed.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) as well as demonstrating experience in using JAC/ WellSky dispensing system.
Knowledge of Good Pharmacy Practice and of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Medicine Supply Management Principles, including cold chain management.
Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies, Medicines Act 101of 1965, the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 and Public Finance Management Act.
Patient orientated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate with other health care professionals.
Ability to plan, manage time effectively, take accountability, problem solve, innovate, work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism.
Ability to take accountability for assigned duties including medicine related queries.
Job Duties
Providing a safe, efficient, cost-effective comprehensive pharmaceutical service.Dispensing of medicines including documenting & assisting with medicine related queries.
Effective control of pharmaceutical stock in Pharmacy and the Wards, including receiving, storage, control, distribution, cold chain management and temperature monitoring.
-Assisting with data 300 collection and record keeping.
Assisting with training, teaching and mentoring of Pharmacy staff.
Supporting the Pharmacy supervisor with process improvement strategies, audit compliance and adhering to GPP requirements.
Compliance with all People management policies and practices, including conflict & complaint management.
Ensuring adherence to Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety Practices.
