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PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) GRADE 1 TO 3 (X2 POSTS)

Department of Health and Wellness

Salary band

R 264 750

Closing date

7 August 2026

Reference

PSC 26/220

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About this role

Department

Department of Health and Wellness

Location

Wesfleur Hospital, Southern/Western Sub-structure

Salary

Grade 1: R264 750 per annum Grade 2: R306 411 per annum Grade 3: R330 540 per annum

Requirements

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 SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional. Registration

Duties

Assist with issuing of pharmaceutical products and ensure quality provision of Pharmaceutical Care, including prescription evaluation. Working under both direct and indirect supervision of a pharmacist within the Atlantis basin which includes Mamre CHC. Assist with the control of stock by managing the safe and reliable procurement, storage, control and distribution of quality pharmaceuticals. Assist with the packing of pharmaceuticals products. Assist with the control and distribution finished pharmacy products. Assist with the collation and organizing of information for research purposes and any reasonable job-related requests within the scope of practice of the Pharmacist

Enquiries

Ms S Moosa Tel No: (021) 816-8551

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment 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 on 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).

Closing Date

2026-08-07T17:00:00+02:00

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 and Wellness. 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

·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 SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional

Key Duties

·Assist with issuing of pharmaceutical products and ensure quality provision of Pharmaceutical Care, including prescription evaluation
·Working under both direct and indirect supervision of a pharmacist within the Atlantis basin which includes Mamre CHC
·Assist with the control of stock by managing the safe and reliable procurement, storage, control and distribution of quality pharmaceuticals
·Assist with the packing of pharmaceuticals products
·Assist with the control and distribution finished pharmacy products
·Assist with the collation and organizing of information for research purposes and any reasonable job-related requests within the scope of practice of the Pharmacist

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓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 ditprecruit58@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) GRADE 1 TO 3 (X2 POSTS) position at Department of Health and Wellness?+

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What is the salary for the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) GRADE 1 TO 3 (X2 POSTS) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 264 750. 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 TO 3 (X2 POSTS) application close?+

The closing date for this position is 7 August 2026 - 13 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.