South African Department of Correctional Services
Job Opportunity: Pharmacist Assistant (Basic) Grade 1-3
Department: South African Department of Correctional Services
Location: Free State and Northern Cape
Job Type: Full-Time
Field: Pharmaceutical
About the Company
The Department of Correctional Services is part of the South African government. It manages the nation’s prison system, overseeing 240 facilities with a staff of approximately 34,000 employees. The department is dedicated to the administration and care of nearly 190,000 inmates across the country.
Requirements
The requirements for this role are divided into three grades. All applicants must have a Matric certificate and meet the following criteria:
- Grade 1: Must have the basic qualification required by a recognized training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC). You must be registered with the SAPC to study toward a basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification.
- Grade 2: Must have a basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification and be registered with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Basic). Applicants studying toward a Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification are also welcome to apply.
- Grade 3: Must have a basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification and be registered with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Basic). Additionally, you must be computer literate and hold a valid driver’s license.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Receiving stock from suppliers according to standard operating procedures.
- Maintaining high standards of Good Distribution Practice and Good Pharmacy Practice.
- Offloading delivery trucks and moving stock into designated quarantine areas.
- Organizing stock on shelves using the First Expired, First Out (FEFO) and First In, First Out (FIFO) principles.
- Participating in regular stock takes and managing stock rotation.
- Issuing ordered supplies to the health facility within the authorized scope of practice.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the official DPSA website. Ensure all required documentation is included with your submission.