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Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic) Grade 1 to 3
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
Closes Monday 16 November 2026 at 17:00
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Two posts for a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic), Grades 1 to 3, at Metro Health Services. Suits registered post-basic pharmacist assistants who can support private providers and primary health care
- Two posts are offered at Grades 1 to 3, with yearly pay from R275 340 to R343 761.
- You must hold a post-basic pharmacist assistant qualification and be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
- Grade 2 needs at least 5 years of experience and Grade 3 needs at least 13 years, both after SAPC registration. Grade 1 needs no experience after registration.
- You must have a valid Code B or EB driver's licence.
- Duties include liaising with internal and external stakeholders, helping manage private providers in KMPSS, and working at primary health care facilities on a rotation basis.
- The closing date is not stated in the advert. No payment is needed to apply.
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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 the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Institutional) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic).
- Registration with a professional council:
- Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional or Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic).
- Experience:
- Grade 1:
- None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic).
- Grade 2:
- A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post- Basic) with the SAPC.
- Grade 3:
- A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post- Basic) with the SAPC.
- Inherent requirement of the job:
- Valid (Code B/EB) drivers license.
Duties
- Engage and liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist the Manager:
- Pharmaceutical Services with the management and coordination of private providers within KMPSS.
- Assist private providers with stock-related and other operational pharmacy queries.
- Provide Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post- Basic) services at Primary Health Care facilities within KMPSS on a rotational basis.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
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Enquiries
Mr M Roomanay Tel No: (021) 370-5128
Notes from the department
- 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).
- Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
As printed in Circular 39 of 2026 · page 302 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 39/382: PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST BASIC) GRADE 1 TO 3 (X2 POSTS) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services SALARY: Grade 1: R275 340 per annum Grade 2: R318 666 per annum Grade 3: R343 761 per annum CENTRE: Klipfontein / Mitchells Plain Sub-structure office 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 the SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) (Institutional) or Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Institutional or Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic). Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post- Basic) with the SAPC. Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post- Basic) with the SAPC. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) drivers license. DUTIES: Engage and liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Assist the Manager: Pharmaceutical Services with the management and coordination of private providers within KMPSS. Assist private providers with stock-related and other operational pharmacy queries. Provide Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post- Basic) services at Primary Health Care facilities within KMPSS on a rotational basis. ENQUIRIES: Mr M Roomanay Tel No: (021) 370-5128 NOTE: 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). Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.