Pharmacist Assistant

Mediclinic; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Pharmacist Assistant to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services. The role involves ensuring the availability of medicines, accurate dispensing, and efficient stock management. Candidates should have the Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate, with previous experience in a private hospital pharmacy being advantageous. This position offers a chance to work within a dedicated team, contributing to patient care in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate required.
• N/A for desired education.
• 1-3 years in private hospital pharmacy desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Financial management

Medical Aid Scheme benefits; regulations and formularies

Education

Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Certificate

Tools

Pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLVE; AS400)

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: None

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)