Pharmacist Assistant

Wits Donald Gordon Med Centre; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Johannesburg is looking for a Pharmacist Assistant to ensure the availability and dispensing of medicines. The ideal candidate has a Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate and 2-3 years of experience. Key responsibilities include stock management and providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a related field.
• Experience in private hospital pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical service.
• Ensure availability and accurate dispensing of medicines.
• Maintain efficient stock management.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Current pharmacy and related healthcare industry challenges

Current relevant legislation

Ethical product knowledge

Financial management

Medical Aid Scheme benefits knowledge

Pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLVE; AS400)

Education

Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate

Job description

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 accurate dispensing

Ensure efficient stock holding of medicines and scheduled substances

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION : Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate

DESIRED EDUCATION : N / A

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential minimum experience : 2-3years 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
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Current pharmacy and related healthcare industry challenges
• Current relevant legislation e.g. Medicines and Related Substances Control Act
• Ethical product knowledge
• Financial management
• Medical Aid Scheme benefits; regulations and formularies
• Pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLVE; AS400)