PHARMACY SUPERVISOR: REF NO: EGUM 58/2023

PHARMACY SUPERVISOR REF NO: EGUM 58/2023 (X2 POSTS)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

SALARY: R906 540 – R961 614 per annum, all-inclusive package (this inclusive package consists of 70% basic salary. 30% flexible portion that can be structures in terms of the applicable rules, housing and medical aid all-inclusive in package. 12% rural allowance
CENTRE: E G & Usher Memorial Hospital

REQUIREMENTS:

Matric/Grade 12 or Senior Certificate. Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm Degree) or equivalent qualification accredited by the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist. Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist. Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC 2023), with a minimum of 3 years appropriate recognizable experience post Community Service after registration as a pharmacist with the SAPC. All the attachments /proof will be submitted by shortlisted candidates only. Recommendations: Valid Driver’s License. Experience on RXSolution Stock Management, Dispensing and Reporting Modules Knowledge of OHSC and Ideal Hospital/Clinic Audit tools. Supervisory experience within pharmacy related entities would be advantageous. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Extensive knowledge of Pharmaceutical Services, National and Provincial Policies and Procedures. Knowledge of Financial Management. Knowledge of Human Resource Management. Understanding of Relevant Acts, Regulations, Essential Drug Program, National Drug Policy, Pharmacovigilance and CCMDD program. Knowledge of the Principles, Function and Operations of a Drug and Therapeutics and Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Acts, Policies & Procedures pertaining to stock Control. Appropriate Clinical & Theoretical Knowledge. Extensive experience in the management of pharmacy, excellent supervisory and analytical skills. Sound planning, organizational and administrative skills. Excellent communication, team building, interpersonal and problem solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and coordinate productivity. Excellent computer literacy skills. Commitment to service excellence.

DUTIES:

Management and provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients, wards, Departments & clinics. Maintain control of pharmaceutical services in all departments in the hospital, including clinics.
Ensure registers are balanced and signed off monthly. Ensure required statistics are compiled and submitted in time.
Responsibility and accountability for cost effective and efficient management of procurement, Storage, distribution, control and security of pharmaceutical stock and equipment.
Develop, implement and monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and policies for all aspects of pharmaceutical services in accordance with applicable legislations, regulations and Good Pharmacy Practice.
Develop and implement quality improvement programs in pharmacy. Support and supervision of pharmaceutical service in the attached PHC facilities and wards.
Maintain and implement systems for accurate and appropriate patient records in line with Legislative requirements.
Engage in effective communication with all stakeholders to ensure a high quality service is rendered and requirements for audits are met.
Perform standby, after hours & weekend duties when necessary. Support pharmaceutical and therapeutic governance including but not limited to Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medicine Utilization Reviews, Standard Treatment Guidelines adherence.
Supervision and discipline of pharmacy staff. EPMDS. Routing, monitoring and evaluation. Compiling reports for submission to the assistant pharmacy manager.
Management of resources allocated to Pharmaceutical Services.
Deputise for the assistant manager as and when required. Register as tutor for pharmacist assistants and pharmacist interns.
Identify training needs of pharmacy staff and facilitate access to appropriate training and Development. Any other tasks/duties deemed necessary by the Assistant Pharmacy Manager.

APPLICATIONS:

Please forward/deliver applications quoting the reference number to Human Resource Department, EG & Usher Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X506, Kokstad, 4700. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Security Office (Application box available). Please note due to large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged. No faxed applications will not be accepted.