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PHARMACIST INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (X19 POSTS)
SALARY: R440 226 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE: Various Institutions
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Intern. Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Intern. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of and ability to comply with applicable Pharmacy legislation and National and Provincial Health Policies. Ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literacy.
DUTIES: Leadership by demonstrating initiative in addressing problems. Provision of Pharmaceutical Care, including prescription evaluation, dispensing of medication and provision of information to ensure patient compliance and therapeutic success. Effective medicine supply management to ensure safe and reliable procurement, storage, control and distribution of quality pharmaceuticals. Adherence to policies, procedures and expenditure control. Assist with the training, education and development of pharmacy staff and other healthcare workers, and promotion of public health. Quality Management by demonstrating compliance with Regulated Norms and Standards, Occupational Health & Safety control and good pharmacy practices. All duties will be performed under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
ENQUIRIES: Ms D Frieslaar, E-mail address: Denise.Frieslaar@westerncape.gov.za
APPLICATIONS: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. All short-listed candidates will undergo a technical competency test. All applicants are to submit the following.
1. A cover letter that indicates 5 institutions of preference, but the applicant may be placed at other institutions depending on availability. If the applicant does not select 5 institutions, their application will not be considered.
2. A comprehensive CV with referral letters from 3 referees.
3. Certified copies of Matric Certificate, Identity Document, University academic record for the 3 years of study, and South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) student registration certificate. -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 with their job application / on appointment. This concession is only applicable to health professionals who apply for the first-time registration. The interviews will take place via MS Teams. Accommodation during the internship will not be provided.
CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2025
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.
NOTE: It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference.
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post: Deputy Director: Financial Manager, Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, with reference number Post 15/298 advertised in the Public Service Vacancy dated 09 May 2025, has been cancelled.
