Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Grade 1 to 3 (9 posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
MHS532/2026

Location:
Nolungile CDC, Macassar CDC, Kleinvlei CDC (2 Posts), Khayelitsha CHC, Nomzamo CDC, Mfuleni CDC

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 275 340 per annum, Grade 2: R 318 666 per annum, Grade 3: R 343 761 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

04 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

18 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

NOTE

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointments on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic). Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.

ENQUIRIES

Mr T Mtubisi, tel. no. (021) 904-4410

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) or as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Instituitional).

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Instituitional).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good computer literacy. Ability to work as part of a team or independently. Ability to work under pressure. Fluent in JAC, Medsas and RMD. Familiar with CDU system.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist: Assist with reading and preparation of a prescription, the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine, the labelling and supply of the medicine in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist. Assist with the provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied and information to individuals to promote health. Assist with the distribution, control of and ordering of medicine and scheduled substances. Assist with the compounding or manufacturing of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved. Assist with general housekeeping and administrative tasks.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.