Pharmacist: Bloemfontein, Free State at FS Personnel Recruitment

Desired experience and qualifications:

• BPharm or equivalent degree in Pharmacy
• Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a pharmacist
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience working as a pharmacist in a retail, hospital, or industrial pharmacy setting.
• Experience in a supervisory or management role is preferred.
• Legal & Regulatory Knowledge
• Sound knowledge of South African pharmacy laws and regulations, including:
• Medicines and Related Substances Act
• Pharmacy Act
• Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) guidelines
• Understanding of controlled medicines (Schedules 4–6) compliance requirements

Key Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Accept overall legal responsibility and accountability for the operation of the pharmacy
• Implement, maintain, and monitor Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) standards
• Supervise and manage pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, pharmacist assistants, and support staff
• Ensure the safe procurement, storage, handling, and distribution of medicines
• Maintain effective stock control systems, including monitoring expiry dates and preventing stock losses
• Ensure secure handling of scheduled medicines (e.g. Schedule 5 and 6) in accordance with legal requirements
• Maintain accurate and complete records and documentation as required by law
• Oversee the dispensing process to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance
• Ensure the pharmacy operates within its registered scope of practice
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure training and competency of all pharmacy personnel
• Be physically present at the pharmacy for the required minimum time as per regulations