Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic jobs

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

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.

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)

Current registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) (Institutional).

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Institutional) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS)

Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies, Medicines Act 101of 1965, the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 and Public Finance Management Act. Appropriate clinical- and pharmaceutical- and stock management knowledge. Innovative analytical thinking and the ability to assist in initiating, coordinating, managing and sustaining programmes.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Assists with pharmaceutical service delivery according to legislation and scope of practice. Assists with effective medicine supply management (Receiving, storage, control and distribution of pharmaceuticals) including cold chain management in all areas where medications are kept. Assists with provision of health information, advice on correct usage and storage of medication. Assists with waste management and rational usage of resources. Compliance with policy and legislative requirements and Good Pharmacy Practice Guidelines. Assists the pharmacists with the Chronic Dispensing Unit (CDU) processes.

ENQUIRIES

Ms. Esna Wessels, tel. no. (021) 815-8307

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a practical test. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to perform regular after-hours duties.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.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. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• 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 etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.