Locum Post Basic Pharmacist

Faircape Health Heritage Manor is a premium Healthcare Centre located within a luxury retirement village in Somerset West, providing high-quality care to residents and patients requiring short-term, long-term, dementia, respite, and palliative care within a secure and compassionate environment.

We are seeking a Locum Post Basic Pharmacist to provide relief cover for our permanent pharmacy team during periods of leave. This role plays an important part in ensuring continuity of pharmaceutical services and maintaining the highest standards of medication management and patient care during staff leave periods.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Responsible Pharmacist and broader multidisciplinary team to support the safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of pharmacy services within our healthcare facility.

Key Responsibilities

Prescription Preparation & Dispensing

• Interpret and prepare prescriptions accurately.
• Repackage and distribute medication.
• Order medicines and scheduled substances as directed by the Responsible Pharmacist.
• Prepare, label, and dispense medication in accordance with pharmacist-approved prescriptions.
• Assist with medication distribution to the healthcare facility.

Stock Control & Inventory Management

• Manage and monitor ward stock and emergency trolley supplies together with the Stock Controller and Administration Manager.
• Replenish emergency trolley and ward cupboard stock as required.
• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes, reconcile physical stock with system records, and report discrepancies to the Responsible Pharmacist.

Billing & Administration

• Process medication and consumable billing through Clinic Manager.
• Submit medical aid claims via Propharm when required.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications & Registration

• Post Basic Pharmacist qualification.
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).

Experience

• Previous hospital or healthcare pharmacy experience will be advantageous.
• Experience with blister packaging will be advantageous.
• Previous experience using Propharm and Clinic Manager will be advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Sound knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology and medications.
• Ability to accurately dispense medication under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in pharmacy software and computer systems.
• Good understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and procedures.
• Team player with strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable with a willingness to learn.

Specific Requirements

• Clear health record.
• Clear criminal record.
• Clear credit record.
• Written references.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08h30 – 17h30, weekends from 11h00 – 14h00.

Should you not receive a response within four weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.