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Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) (2 posts)

Department

Department of Health

Location

Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital

Salary

Grade 1: R275 340 – R310 422 per annum Grade 2: R318 666 – R337 083 per annum 190 Grade 3: R343 761 – R390 396 per annum Other Benefits: Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque (condition

Closing date

23 Oct 2026

Reference number

PMMH 39/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number PMMH 39/2026.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 23 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or equivalent. Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC). Experience Grade 1: None. Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Required: Knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and Good Pharmacy Practice. Knowledge of pharmaceutical legislation and policies. Understanding of medicine supply management. Kn

Duties

Assist in the provision of an efficient pharmaceutical service under the supervision of a pharmacist. Dispense medicines according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and within the scope of practice of a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Receive, store, issue and control pharmaceutical stock. Monitor stock levels and assist with stock ordering and stock rotation. Perform stock counts and assist with inventory management. Pack and distribute medicines to wards, clinics and departments. Maintain accurate pharmaceutical records and documentation. Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice and pharmaceutical legislation. Participate in quality improvement programmes and medicine management initiatives. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy and storage areas. Provide medicine information to healthcare professionals and patients within the scope of practice. Perform

Enquiries

Ms T Mhlongo Tel No: (031) 907 8169

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 36 of 2026.