Pharmacist

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy professional to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services to in-hospital patients and the public. In this role, you will ensure the availability and efficient management of medicines and scheduled substances, contributing to the overall healthcare delivery. Ideal candidates will possess a B Pharm or equivalent qualification and should have a solid understanding of pharmacy legislation and ethical practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care while working in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Essential education includes B Pharm, B Sc Pharm, or Dip Pharm.
• Desired experience is 1-3 years in hospital pharmacy stock management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability of medicines and scheduled substances.
• Maintain efficient stock holding of medicines.

Skills

Ethical and surgical product knowledge

Relevant Pharmacy legislation

Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship

Medical aid benefits regulations

Knowledge of pharmacy systems

Ethical stock control practices

Education

B Pharm

B Sc Pharm

Dip Pharm

Tools

UNISOLV

AS400

Job description

To ensure a comprehensive, professional and cost effective pharmaceutical service to in-hospital patients and the public.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Ensure the availability of medicines and scheduled substances to stores and the public.
2. Ensure efficient stock holding of medicines and scheduled substances.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: B Pharm / B Sc Pharm / Dip Pharm.

DESIRED EDUCATION: None.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1-3 years experience in a hospital pharmacy stock management and distribution.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ethical and surgical product knowledge.
• Relevant Pharmacy legislation (e.g. Pharmacy Act; Good pharmacy practice; Medicine Control Act 101 of 1965).
• Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship.
• Medical aid benefits regulations and formularies.
• Knowledge and experience working with relevant pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLV; AS400).
• Ethical stock control practices and principles.