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: None
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)
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.
It is a condition of employment that all Mediclinic employees based in Southern Africa are vaccinated against any dangerous or life threatening transmissible diseases. Currently applications for the advertised position will only be considered from applicants who have been at least partially vaccinated against Covid-19 by the time of their appointment with an understanding that full vaccination will be achieved within two (2) months after appointment date. Please note that this is a relief / locum position and not a permanent position that is available.