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 Required: 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.

Key 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 accurate 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 pharmacy 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.

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Directions To Candidates: Applicants must submit a fully completed, initialled and signed Z83 form and a detailed CV only. All fields of Sections A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Due to the limited space on the Z83, applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached” in Sections E, F and G. However, the question relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered, and the declaration must be completed and signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified supporting documents and a Certificate of Service endorsed by Human Resources. Only the new Z83 Application for Employment form, effective from 01 January 2021, will be accepted. The form is available from any Government Department or from the KZN Department of Health or DPSA websites. The reference number and position applied for must be clearly indicated on the Z83 form. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment. Due to the anticipated high number of applications, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted 190 candidates. If you are not contacted within two months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. African males and persons with disabilities from all designated race groups are encouraged to apply. No subsistence and travel (S&T) payments will be made to candidates attending interviews. Applicants with foreign qualifications must have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA and provide proof of the evaluation where required. Failure to comply may result in the application not being considered. The Department reserves the right not to fill the post(s). Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in disqualification. (This Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting representivity at all levels and across all occupational categories.) CLOSING DATE : 23 October 2026