Pharmacist Assistant

Mediclinic International; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Mbombela is seeking a qualified professional to assist in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services to in-patients and the public. The candidate is expected to ensure the availability of medicines and maintain efficient stock levels. The ideal applicant should have 1-3 years of experience in private hospital pharmacy, strong clinical pharmacy skills, and a good understanding of stock management principles. This is a permanent on-site position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in private hospital pharmacy is required.
• Experience with clinical pharmacy, including antimicrobial stewardship is essential.
• Skills in stock management and distribution are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a comprehensive pharmaceutical service.
• Ensure the availability of medicines and scheduled substances.
• Maintain efficient stock holding of medicines.

Skills

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)

Job description

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• Closing date: 18/12/2025
• Number of positions: 1
• Recruiter name: Nhlanhla Samaria Mahlangu
• Reference number: 65999
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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