Assistant Manager: Pharmaceutical Services

Corner of Sydney and Rick Turner Roads, Umbilo, Durban
HUMAN RESOURCES
Tel: 031 360 3851
Fax: 031 2062008
Email: ******
GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHER
Circular Minute No. : KE 15/2024
Date : 22/07/2024
TO HEADS OF INSTITUTIONS
ASSISTANT MANAGER: PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES: GRADE 1 X 01 POST
PHARMACIST: GRADE 1/2/3 X 3 POSTS
CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2024
The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment without delay, including those in district offices. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for the post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work.
DIRECTIONS TO CANDIDATES:

The following documents must be submitted:
Application for Employment Form (Form Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department OR from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za
Applicants must utilize the most recent Z83 application form for employment.
Applicants must submit fully completed Z83 form and detailed CV together with proof of current and previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Department and certificate of service from previous and current employer. Copies of certified qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission from shortlisted candidates.
The Z83 form must be completed in full in a manner that allows a selection committee to assess the quality of a candidate based on the information provided on the form.
Applicants for employment are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application.
Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. HRM 93/2023.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not have been contacted within 90 days of the outcome, kindly consider yourself as being unsuccessful.
The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship) verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
For those with internet access, the online e-Recruitment system is accessible through a computer or mobile device. The system has the following functionality:
All adverts are available for viewing by the public through the address.
Applicants are also encouraged to register on e-Recruitment online system which is accessible Via www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs in order to make an application and please email applications to ******.
Applicants will be required to register on the system by providing a username and password. Applicants require a mobile phone number and a valid email address to register and will be guided through the registration process by the system.
Applicants must update their profile on the system, which is in line with the approved Z83 application form.
Applicants will be able to upload a copy of their Curriculum Vitae (CV), and the system makes provision for the uploading of other documents such as Identity Documents, Driver's License, and Qualifications etc.

Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T and resettlement claims will be considered for payments to candidates that are invited for the interview.

NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. (We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, whose aim is to promote representativity in all levels of all our occupational categories. Persons with disabilities and African Males are encouraged to apply. Please note that other race groups are also not restricted from applying)
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY CEO 2024/07/24
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER DATE
POST : ASSISTANT MANAGER: PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES
NO. OF POST : 01
REFERENCE NO. : HRM 18/2024
SALARY NOTCH & EXP : R 1 036 599.00 - R 1 199 919.00 p.a. (All inclusive salary package)
A minimum of 3 years' experience after registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist post community service.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent PLUS
Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy PLUS
Registration certificate with SAPC as Pharmacist
Current registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist (2024 proof of annual fees payment) PLUS
A minimum of 3 years' experience after registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist Post Community Service
Certificate of service endorsed by HR dept.

RECOMMENDATION:

Computer Literacy
A valid driver's license
Managerial or supervisory experience
SAPC compliance with CPD requirement for the 2023 assessment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING, AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Extensive knowledge of Pharmaceutical Services, policies, approaches and procedures
In-depth knowledge and experience in pharmacy supervision and management
Knowledge, understanding and application of the legislative prescripts governing the Public Service, Pharmacy Practice and Control of Medicine
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Good team building, problem solving and leadership skills
Knowledge and skills in managing quality improvement programs
Sound knowledge of tertiary health services and national drug policy

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients, wards and departments
Effective stock control and medicine supply management including procurement, distribution within the hospital and security of medicine
Develop protocols, standard operating procedures and guidelines for effective and efficient quality pharmaceutical services
Monitor patients treatment and medicine usage through clinical audits, medicine utilization reviews and ABC analysis
Conduct service assessment and implement quality improvement programs
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Manage and supervise various pharmacy sections i.e. inpatient, outpatient and pharmaceutical stores including human resource management in terms of laid down legislative prescripts, policies and procedures
Compile relevant reports for submission to Pharmacy manager and/or other relevant stakeholders.

ENQUIRIES:
MRS. S.I. HLONGWANA TEL: 031 - 360 3177
CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2024
POST : PHARMACIST: GRADE 1/2/3
NO. OF POSTS : 03
REFERENCE NO. : HRM 19/2024
SALARY NOTCH:

GR 1: R804 609.00 - R853 980.00 (all inclusive package)
GR 2: R869 796.00 - R921 906.00 (all inclusive package)
GR 3: R949 146.00 - R1 006 809.00 (all inclusive package)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Degree /Diploma in Pharmacy PLUS
Registration certificate with SAPC as Pharmacist post community service PLUS
Current registration with SAPC (including 2024 SAPC proof of annual fees payment)

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Computer Literacy
A valid driver's license
SAPC compliance with CPD requirement for the 2023 assessment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING, AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Ability to work under pressure
Good communication written and verbal
Good knowledge of standard treatment guidelines and essential medicine list
Appropriate clinical and theoretical knowledge required at tertiary facility
Sound communication and computer skills and time management
Ability to manage conflict and apply discipline
Ability to co-ordinate productivity to improve service delivery
Ability to be part of the interactive team, generate and maintain team spirit
Ability to train, mentor and coach pharmacist interns and pharmacy support personnel
Knowledge of legislative and policy framework in the public sector, Pharmacy Act, National Drug Policy and other relevant Acts, regulations and Policies.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Provision of comprehensive tertiary pharmaceutical care to in/outpatients according to the scope of practice of a pharmacist and Good Pharmacy Practice which includes evaluation and dispensing of prescriptions.
Effective stock control and medicine supply management
Organize and control the sterile/cytotoxic mixing, manufacturing, compounding and packaging of pharmaceutical products.
Ensure continuous monitoring of morbidity and mortality through clinical audits which include prescription audits, Medicine utilization Reviews, ward round and ward checks.
Professional advisory service including research and drug information provision
Training and development of pharmacy staff as approved tutor to pharmacist's assistant(s) and/or pharmacist intern and facilitate externships for pharmacy students
Perform overtime and standby duties after hours, weekends and public holidays
Ensure compliance with Norms and Standards, GPP, policies and procedures by conducting service standards assessments and implement quality improvement programs
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Provide pharmaceutical advice to patients and professional colleagues to ensure safe and rational use of medicines.
Assist in co-ordination of activities of essential Medicines Program including Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee and Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee.
Participate and co-ordinate Health calendar activities like Pharmacy Month, Quality day and Patient safety day.
Compilation of ward rounds reports, minutes, workload statistics, stock status report, surveys, quality inspections and presentations using Microsoft programs.

ENQUIRIES:
MRS. S.I. HLONGWANA TEL: 031 360 3177
CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2024
HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE POSTED INTO THE RED BOX, NEXT TO THE ATM IN THE ADMIN. BUILDING
Please forward emailed applications to ******
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