Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant

An exciting vacancy exists for a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant at Life Flora Hospital. The position will report to Lorna Barros, Senior Pharmacist.
Function
Pharmacy
Facility
Life Flora Hospital
Position
Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant
Critical Outputs

Receiving, checking and unpacking stock together with checking orders against invoices
Acquisition, control and distribution of stock to internal units
Controlling of surgical and pharmaceutical stock in pharmacy
Processing of credits and stock transfers
Performing cycle counts and stock takes as well as capturing stock takes and investigating variances
Liaise with nursing staff and doctors on formulary, stock and medical queries
Participate in facility's quality programs and initiatives
Liaise with Pharmacy and Quality Manager as Health and Safety Representative

Requirements

Grade 12 / NSC
Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant's qualification with post basic experience and approximately 2-3 years' experience within the healthcare industry
Relevant experience in pharmacy to meet the critical outputs
Current registration and in good standing with South African Pharmacy Council
Basic understanding of labour legislation, financial and change management principles
Understanding of the private / public healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
Computer proficiency (MS Office)
Understanding of Good Pharmacy Practice

Competencies

Effective communication skills, written, verbal and good presentation
Problem-solving, good initiative, analysis and judgement
Good planning and organizational skills
Application of ethical principles
Customer responsiveness and teamwork
Resilience and critical thinking
Understanding cost control

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Closing date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.
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