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PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) REF NO: KDHC 15/2026 (X1

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal

Salary band

R 310 422

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

KDHC 15/2026

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal

Location

King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex

Salary

Grade 1: R275 340 – R310 422 per annum Grade 2: R318 666 – R337 083 per annum Grade 3: R343 761 – R390 396 per annum Other Benefits: Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque (conditions apply) and Medical Aid (Optional).

Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or equivalent. Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC). Experience Grade 1: Appropriate/Qualifications Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) After Registration with The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) As A Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Experience None. Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Knowledge, Skills 132

Duties

Assist in the provision of an efficient pharmaceutical service under the supervision of a pharmacist. Dispense medicines according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and within the scope of practice of a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Receive, store, issue and control pharmaceutical stock. Monitor stock levels and assist with stock ordering and stock rotation. Perform stock counts and assist with inventory management. Pack and distribute medicines to wards, clinics and departments. Maintain accurate pharmaceutical records and documentation. Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice and pharmaceutical legislation. Participate in quality improvement programmes and medicine management initiatives. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy and storage areas. Provide medicine information to healthcare professionals and patients within the scope of practice. Perform any other duties delegated by the Pharmacy Manager or supervising pharmacist.

Enquiries

Dr N MisraPharmacy Manager Tel No: (031) 242 6037

Closing Date

04 September 2026

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 Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal. 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

  • ·Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or equivalent
  • ·Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
  • ·Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
  • ·Experience Grade 1: Appropriate/Qualifications Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) After Registration with The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) As A Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
  • ·Experience None
  • ·Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
  • ·Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years' appropriate/recognisable experience as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
  • ·Knowledge, Skills 132

Key Duties

  • ·Assist in the provision of an efficient pharmaceutical service under the supervision of a pharmacist
  • ·Dispense medicines according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and within the scope of practice of a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
  • ·Receive, store, issue and control pharmaceutical stock
  • ·Monitor stock levels and assist with stock ordering and stock rotation
  • ·Perform stock counts and assist with inventory management
  • ·Pack and distribute medicines to wards, clinics and departments
  • ·Maintain accurate pharmaceutical records and documentation
  • ·Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice and pharmaceutical legislation
  • ·Participate in quality improvement programmes and medicine management initiatives
  • ·Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pharmacy and storage areas

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 kingdinuzuluhospital.hrjobapplication@kznhealth.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) REF NO: KDHC 15/2026 (X1 position at Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal?+

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 Provincial Administration: Kwazulu Natal from your Gmail account. The closing date is 4 September 2026.

What documents do I need to apply for a government post in South Africa?+

Government posts require a completed Z83 application form (the official DPSA form), a detailed CV listing all previous employment with exact dates, and certified copies of your qualifications and ID. NewGenJobs auto-fills the Z83 from your profile. Do not submit original documents - certified copies only. Uncertified copies or incomplete Z83 forms are grounds for immediate disqualification.

What is the salary for the PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) REF NO: KDHC 15/2026 (X1 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) REF NO: KDHC 15/2026 (X1 application close?+

The closing date for this position is 4 September 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.