• Reference Number : refs/042704
• Directorate : Pharmacy
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 001 349.00 – R1 062 183.00 per annum
• Enquiries : Mr. A.S. Modipa, 011 923 2252

Requirements :

• Grade 12 or senior certificate. Bachelor of pharmacy degree or equivalent qualifications accredited by South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration as a pharmacist with the SAPC. Current registration with SAPC and designated as a practicing pharmacist (2024). A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience post community service after registration as a pharmacist with SAPC. Supervisory skills, planning and organizing skills. Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. High level of reliability. Proficiency in Microsoft office. Experience in Rx solution stock management, dispensing and reporting modules. Supervisory experience within pharmacy related entities will be an added advantage. Valid South African driver’s license. Knowledge of supply chain management, financial management, human resource management (including a supervising and development service), dispensing requirements. Sound understanding of relevant Acts and Regulations, including Essential drug program, NHI, National Drug Policy, Pharmacovigilance and CCMDD program. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Acts, Policies and Procedures pertaining to stock management, dispensing services and monitoring and evaluation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, flexibility, innovative thinking skills, willingness to accept responsibility, decisiveness, ability to pay attention to detail, ability to communicate with colleagues and superiors, interpersonal skills, self-driven, achievement driven, and self- motivated. Sound leadership skills; negotiation skills; analytical skills; problem solving and project management skills. Ability to interact with all key stakeholders within and outside the department. Must be a team player.

Duties :

• Provide a comprehensive cost-effective pharmaceutical service to patients/clients in line with National, Provincial and District strategies and priorities. Management and provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients, wards, Departments & clinics. Maintain control of pharmaceutical services in all departments in the hospital, including clinics. Ensure registers are balanced and signed off monthly. Ensure required statistics are compiled and submitted in time. Responsibility and accountability for cost effective and efficient management of procurement, storage, distribution, control and security of pharmaceutical stock and equipment. Develop, implement and monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and policies for all aspects of pharmaceutical services in accordance with applicable legislations, regulations and Good Pharmacy Practice. Develop and implement quality improvement programs in pharmacy. Support and supervision of pharmaceutical service in the attached PHC facilities and wards. Maintain and implement systems for accurate and appropriate patient records in line with Legislative requirements. Engage in effective communication with all stakeholders to ensure a high-quality service is rendered and requirements for audits are met. Perform standby, after hours & weekend duties when necessary. Support pharmaceutical and therapeutic governance including but not limited to Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medicine Utilization Reviews, Standard Treatment Guidelines adherence. Supervision and discipline of pharmacy staff. PMDS. Routing, monitoring and evaluation. Compiling reports for submission to the assistant pharmacy manager. Management of resources allocated to Pharmaceutical Services. Deputize for the assistant manager as and when required. Register as tutor for pharmacist assistants and pharmacist interns. Identify training needs of pharmacy staff and facilitate access to appropriate training and development. Any other tasks/duties deemed necessary by the Manager / Assistant Pharmacy Manager.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered. Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above except for HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualified. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 01-04-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.