Pharmacist Assistant - Cape Town, South Africa - Anova Health Institute NPC
Description
Anova is an NGO that empowers people and changes lives.Good health and quality of life is what motivates us to provide healthcare solutions and support for those who need it most.
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We are looking for a Pharmacist Assistant to support implementation of pharmacy activities in Anova supported facilities by ensuring that they are compliant with Basic Pharmacy principles, implementation and maintenance of stock visibility solution and alternative distribution models.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of Multi month dispensing for Differentiated Models of Care (DMOC)
- Assist with updating data collection and completion using pharmacy systems.
- Provide mentorship and support to ensure that adequate levels of stock are always available
- Identify areas of improvement or correction with script writing and liaise with the pharmacist and doctor to ensure corrections are made in future.
- Ensure compliance with good pharmacy practice
- Guide facilities on storage and disposal of expired stock.
- Generate and analyse stock reports regarding stock levels and medicine availability
- Ensure uninterrupted and adequate supply of medication for clients accessing treatment through Differentiated Models of Care
- Support the retention of accurate and updated records on pharmacy activity & decanting
- Perform duties of Pharmacist Assistant such as dispensing, drug supply management etc. in line with Scope of Practice
- Represent Anova in stakeholder meetings and workshops when requested
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required
- Registered as a post basic Pharmacist Assistant with SAPC
- At least 1 year experience on HIV/AIDS treatment regimen and adherence issues
- Understanding of ART, TB and general medication
- Good knowledge of antiretroviral therapy, TB and chronic medication
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Be able to work under pressure & independently
- Proficiency in Ms Office
In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
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