Pharmacist

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo ensure a comprehensive, professional and cost effective pharmaceutical service to in-hospital patients and the public Specifically targeted to cover the 9am to 6pm shift Pharmacy.REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION: B Pharm / B Sc Pharm / Dip Pharm DESIRED EDUCATION: None REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1-3 years experience in a hospital pharmacy Stock management and distributionKEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASEnsure the availability of medicines and scheduled substances to stores and the public Ensure accurate dispensing Ensure efficient stock holding of medicines and scheduled substances REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEFinancial managementEthical and surgical product knowledgeRelevant Pharmacy legislation (e.g. Pharmacy Act; Good pharmacy practice; Medicine Control Act 101 of 1965)Clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardshipMedical aid benefits regulations and formulariesKnowledge and experience working with relevant pharmacy systems (e.g. UNISOLV; AS400)Computer literate (Microsoft Office)Ethical stock control practices and principles