This vacancy has closed. It closed on 4 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC)
Department of Health
Component: Pharmacy Services
- Reference number
- KDHC 15/2026
- Salary
- Grade 1: R275 340 – R310 422 per annum Grade 2: R318 666 – R337 083 per annum Grade 3: R343 761 – R390 396 per annum Other Benefits: Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque (conditions apply) and Medical Aid (Optional).
- Centre
- King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Closing date
- 4 September 2026
- Circular
- No 30 of 2026
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: Appropriate/Qualifications Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) After Registration with The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) As A Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Experience 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. Knowledge of stock control systems. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Planning and organisational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Problem-solving and report-writing skills.
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 any other duties delegated by the Pharmacy Manager or supervising pharmacist.
Where to send your application
All applications to be forwarded to: Applications should be forwarded to: The Acting Deputy Director: HRM: Mr. F.G Cele Human Resource Department, King Dinuzulu Hospital, P O Dormerton, 4015. Email to: KingdinuzuluHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za OR KGVREGISTRY@kznhealth.gov.za Or Hand delivered to: The Human Resource Department King Dinuzulu Hospital 75 R.D. Naidu Roads Sydenham 4015
Enquiries
Dr N MisraPharmacy Manager Tel No: (031) 242 6037
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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