Pharmacy Operations Assistant - Roodepoort, South Africa - RJPersonnel

RJPersonnel

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Roodepoort, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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2years

Ordering of stock from the main supplier or the pharmaceutical depot
Receive stock and organize the storage of medication on the shelves paying attention to batch numbers and expiry dates
Store medication according to storage requirements and temperatures
Perform temperature control daily for relevant medication
Consult the Pharmacist to contact suppliers if equipment needs maintenance or repair
Conduct weekly or biweekly stock takes and complete relevant inventory forms
Check stock dates and if expired, remove from shelves for disposal
Inform and advise the Pharmacist of stock to be ordered and stock rotations
Complete and file all relevant forms and documentation
Receive prescriptions from clinicians
Evaluate prescriptions for correctness against the dosage chart
Check expiry dates and batch number of medications before labeling and dispensing
Interpret prescriptions and prepare medicine accordingly
Prepare medication based on chronological expiry date to ensure usage before the expiration date for dispensing
Inform and advise patients or caregivers on the use of medication
Make referrals to Counsellors or Dietician as and when required

Qualifications and Experience:

Grade 1
Certificate as Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant (1 year)
Completion of inservice training and examination as required by the above certification
The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
A driver's license is beneficial
Certification in basic HIV and good clinical practice
Experience in adherence counseling when dispensing medication
Experience working in a public or private pharmacy for at least 2 years with experience in the dispensing of ARV drugs will be beneficial
Good administration skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ordered, systematic, and analytical
Assertive, confident, and adaptable
Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Selfmotivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Display concern for patients and willingness to respond to patients' needs and requirements