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PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC) GRADE 1

Department of Health

Salary band

R 310 422

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

MPDOH/AUG/26/1508

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

Gert Sibande District: Ethandakukhanya CHC (X2 Posts) Kinross Clinic (X1 Post) Lebohang Clinic (X1 Post)

Salary

R275 340 – R310 422 per annum

Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus registered as Post- Basic Pharmacist Assistant with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) (2026). Valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Skills in terms of consultations. Knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations and policies. Good communication, problem solving and conflict management skills. Professionalism, accuracy, flexibility, independence and ethical behaviour.

Duties

Ensure proper receipt recording and storage of all medicines and consumables according to standard operating procedures handled in the area of operations. Ensure responsibility and accountability for safe patient medicine use. Compounding and preparation of any medicines as delegated. Promote correct evaluation prescriptions and legal processing of medicine prescription, stocktaking and distribution of supplies to the client. Promotion of Public Health. Ensure accurate recording of statistics and administrative requirements as required by policy.

Enquiries

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. POST 31/384 DENTAL CHAIR ASSISTANT GRADE 1 REF NO: MPDOH/AUG/26/1509

Notes

To Applicants: Applications should be submitted online via the e- recruitment@mpg.gov.za. Applicants are required to submit a fully completed Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. The Department (HR) will request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR section of the Department on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for more than one post. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Social Development within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. All shortlisted

About medical and health professional roles in South Africa

Medical officer and health professional posts in South Africa are advertised primarily through provincial Departments of Health. The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) registration is a mandatory requirement for all medical, dental, and allied health professional posts. Posts are available across all nine provinces, with the greatest concentration in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. Rural posts often carry a rural allowance in addition to the base salary.

·Include your HPCSA registration number, registration category, and renewal date on every application.
·Medical officer posts in public hospitals are graded at salary levels 8 and above depending on speciality and experience.
·Community Service year posts are allocated through a separate HPCSA process - not through PSC Circular applications.
·Rural and underserved area posts frequently carry an 8 to 22 percent rural allowance on top of the base salary package.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus registered as Post- Basic Pharmacist Assistant with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) (2026)
  • ·Valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans
  • ·Skills in terms of consultations
  • ·Knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations and policies
  • ·Good communication, problem solving and conflict management skills
  • ·Professionalism, accuracy, flexibility, independence and ethical behaviour

Key Duties

  • ·Ensure proper receipt recording and storage of all medicines and consumables according to standard operating procedures handled in the area of operations
  • ·Ensure responsibility and accountability for safe patient medicine use
  • ·Compounding and preparation of any medicines as delegated
  • ·Promote correct evaluation prescriptions and legal processing of medicine prescription, stocktaking and distribution of supplies to the client
  • ·Promotion of Public Health
  • ·Ensure accurate recording of statistics and administrative requirements as required by policy

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Complete the Z83 form named in this advert, using the current official version
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Attach the certified ID and qualification documents specifically requested in this advert
  • Include your current HPCSA registration certificate
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC) GRADE 1 position at Department of Health?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Health from your Gmail account. The closing date is 11 September 2026.

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This advert asks for a completed Z83 form, which NewGenJobs can prepare from your profile. Submit a truthful, detailed CV with accurate employment dates. This advert also asks for certified supporting documents, so attach only the copies it names.

What is the salary for the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC) GRADE 1 position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 310 422. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC) GRADE 1 application close?+

The closing date for this position is 11 September 2026 - 14 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.