Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) Grade 1 to 3 Jobs

Key Requirements

• Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional.
• Good understanding of pharmacy practices in hospitals and clinics. Experience handling pharmaceutical supplies, including cold chain management.
• Knowledge of drug supply management, good pharmacy practice, and stock control.
• Attention to detail and strong work ethic. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Ability to use dispensing and stock control software.
• Physical ability to handle heavy items in storage areas.
• Grade 1: No experience required after SAPC registration.
• Grade 2: At least 5 years of experience as a Pharmacist Assistant after SAPC registration.
• Grade 3: At least 13 years of experience as a Pharmacist Assistant after SAPC registration.
• Valid driver’s license (Code B/EB) and willingness to travel in the sub-district.
• Ability to work overtime, after hours, and at other clinics if needed.

Main Duties

• Work under pharmacist supervision in hospitals and clinics.
• Manage drug supplies: order, receive, store, rotate stock, handle expiries, and control temperatures.
• Dispense and issue medications according to standard guidelines and the Western Cape Government Health and Wellness Pharmaceutical Code List.
• Handle medications from tertiary institutions and the Chronic Dispensing Unit.
• Support the pharmacy team in the Kannaland Sub-District.
• Provide high-quality services and meet quality standards.

Salary

Grade 1: R 264 750 – R 298 482 per annum
Grade 2: R 306 411 – R 324 117 per annum
Grade 3: R 330 540 – R 375 381 per annum
Plus annual benefits: 13th cheque, pension fund contribution, housing and medical aid allowances.

Additional Notes

• No fees are required to apply. Candidates will undergo written, practical, and oral assessments.
• Candidates without registration may apply if they provide proof of application and payment to SAPC by the interview date. This applies only to first-time registrations.
• Applications will be considered for similar vacancies in the Garden Route District for three months from the advert date, if requirements match.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness application process.

Note: Never pay any application, training, or certification fees before being offered a job.