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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Minimum educational qualification
Pharmacist Grade 1 to 3
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: CWD50/2024
Breede Valley Sub District

Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies, Medicines Act 101of 1965, the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 and Public Finance Management Act. Appropriate clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge. Innovative analytical thinking and the ability to initiate, co-ordinate, manage and sustain programs.

Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with the SAPC in respect of SA qualified employees. 14 years’ relevant experience after registration as Pharmacist with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.

Enquiries:
Ms. A Theron tel. no. (023) 348-1316

Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within Breede Valley Sub-district for a period of 3 months from date of advert.”

Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Pharmaceutical service delivery including improving continuity of care within the Rural Central Ecosystem. Effective medicine supply management (Procurement, storage, control and distribution of pharmaceuticals) including cold chain management in all areas where medications are kept. Quality assurance and clinical governance including rational medicine use, attendance of sub district PTC meetings, antibiotic stewardship and pharmacovigilance. Assist with corporate governance functions including financial control, implementation and evaluation of budgetary control measures, human resource management and development and information management. Ensure compliance with policy and legislative requirements and Good Pharmacy Practice Guidelines. Manage the Chronic Dispensing Unit (CDU) and Private Provider processes.

Registration with a Professional Council:
Proof of current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to perform regular after-hours duties. Willingness to travel between PHC facilities in the BVSD and provide relief as pharmacist.




Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 804 609- R 853 980 per annum, Grade 2: R 869 796- R 921 906 per annum, Grade 3: R949 146- R 1 006 809 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
11/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be: available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 12/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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