• Reference Number : refs/020505
  • Directorate : Pharmacy
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R804 609 all inclusive
  • Enquiries : Mr M. Mchunu : 011 812 5275

Requirements :

  • Grade 12 Senior certificate or equivalent. Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows for registration with the SAPC. Registration with SAPC as Pharmacist and proof of current registration. Comprehensive knowledge of Government regulations and policies. Basic computer skills . Computer certificate will be an added advantage Computer literacy including RX-solution and RDM. Engage in overtime and after hour’s calls. Administrative and people management skills. Sound communication skills (both verbal and written). Good planning and organizational skills. Good problem solving and interventional skills. Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic to contribute to pharmaceutical services in the public sector.

Duties :

  • Provide pharmaceutical care, including prescription evaluation, dispensing of medication and provision of information to ensure patient compliance and therapeutic success. Ensure the cost effective and efficient procurement, storage, control and distribution of pharmaceuticals. Prevention of fruitless and wasteful expenditure by enforcing adherence to the Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs), rational prescribing and utilization of medication and through appropriate stock management. Provision of medicine related information to the public and other healthcare professionals. Ensure compliance to institutional formulary, EML and promote the rational use of medicines. Professional advisory service, including the training, education and development of pharmacy staff and other health workers, and promotion of public health. Participate in continuous professional development in order to stay current and also assist with the facilitation of pharmacy staff training and tutoring. Assist the manager in the co-ordination of activities of the Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee (PTC), or in any other committees that is of benefit in improving and managing pharmaceutical services. Perform ward checks, clinical ward rounds, overtime and standby duty. Participate in the Implementation of the National Core Standards and ensure compliance with the 6 priority standards. Engage in overtime and after hour’s calls. Perform all other duties delegated by supervisor or manager

Notes :

  • Applications must be filled on a new Z83 obtainable from any Public Service Department and a comprehensive CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Applicant in a possession of a foreign qualification when shortlisted must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process. The recommended candidate will be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Pholosong Hospital strives for employment equity and diversity. Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. Applications should be hand delivered to Pholosong Hospital between 8am and 3pm at Ground Floor, Human Resource Offices Nurses Home Residence. Pholosong Regional Hospital, 1067 Ndaba Street Tsakane Brakpan or to post Attention HR Manager Private Bag X4, Brakpan, 1540.The closing time on the closing date will be 15h00pm. The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pholosong Hospital

Closing Date : 17-05-2024



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.