Description

The Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision of medication and supplementary services to patients and members of the healthcare team. The incumbent will also assume responsibility for meeting patients’ needs in a responsible, satisfactory and cost-effective manner.

• Dispense prescriptions (hospital and retail)
• Ensure maximum safety of patients by providing advice on the appropriate selection, dosage and drug interaction, potential side effects and therapeutic effects of medicines
• Supervise and control the acquisition, storage, dispensing
• Conduct related administrative and house-keeping tasks
• Prepare, issue and control all oncology drugs according to Pharmacy policies and procedures
• Act as custodian for the management of Schedule 5 & 6 drugs as per legal requirements
• Record prescriptions as per legislative requirements

Candidate Requirements (Skills and Experience):

• A relevant pharmaceutical qualification (B.Pharm. Degree or Dip.Pharm) or equivalent NQF 7 qualification.
• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
• Work experience in a Hospital or Retail Pharmacy environment
• Sound knowledge of Pharmacy business operations
• Computer Literate