Pharmacist Assistant

Mediclinic International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 370,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic Sandton in Johannesburg seeks a pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services to in-patients and the public. The role emphasizes clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship, with focus on stock management and regulatory compliance.

Preference given under the Employment Equity Plan; private hospital experience required. Knowledge of Medicines Act and formulary concepts beneficial for this position.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with 1-3 years experience in private hospital pharmacy.
• Experience in antimicrobial stewardship and clinical pharmacy.
• Knowledge of Medicines and Related Substances Control Act.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability of medicines and scheduled substances.
• Maintain efficient stock holding and distribution to stores and public.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Antimicrobial stewardship

Healthcare legislation

Pharmacy systems

Tools

UNISOLVE

AS400

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Mediclinic Sandton| Bryanston, Johannesburg | South Africa

Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To assist in providing a comprehensive professional and cost effective pharmaceutical service to in-patients and the public

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Ensure the availability of medicines and scheduled substances to stores and the public

Ensure efficient stock holding of medicines and scheduled substances

REQUIRED EDUCATION

DESIRED EDUCATION: N/A

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Desired experience: 1-3 years private hospital pharmacy

Clinical pharmacy, including antimicrobial stewardship

Stock management and distribution

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship
• Current pharmacy and related healthcare industry challenges
• Current relevant legislation e.g. Medicines and Related Substances Control Act
• Ethical product knowledge
• Medical Aid Scheme benefits; regulations and formularies
• Pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLVE; AS400)

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.