Pharmacy Supervisor REF NO: EGUM 58/2023 - E G & Usher Memorial Hospital at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric/Grade 12 or Senior Certificate. Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm Degree) or equivalent qualification accredited by the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist.
• Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist. Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC 2023), with a minimum of 3 years appropriate recognizable experience post Community Service after registration as a pharmacist with the SAPC.
• All the attachments /proof will be submitted by shortlisted candidates only.

Recommendations:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience on RXSolution Stock Management, Dispensing and Reporting Modules Knowledge of OHSC and Ideal Hospital/Clinic Audit tools.
• Supervisory experience within pharmacy related entities would be advantageous.

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required:

• Extensive knowledge of Pharmaceutical Services, National and Provincial Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of Financial Management.
• Knowledge of Human Resource Management.
• Understanding of Relevant Acts, Regulations, Essential Drug Program, National Drug Policy, Pharmacovigilance and CCMDD program.
• Knowledge of the Principles, Function and Operations of a Drug and Therapeutics and Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee.
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Acts, Policies & Procedures pertaining to stock Control. Appropriate Clinical & Theoretical Knowledge.
• Extensive experience in the management of pharmacy, excellent supervisory and analytical skills.
• Sound planning, organizational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication, team building, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate productivity.
• Excellent computer literacy skills.
• Commitment to service excellence. 

DUTIES :

• Management and provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients, wards, Departments & clinics. Maintain control of pharmaceutical services in all departments in the hospital, including clinics.
• Ensure registers are balanced and signed off monthly.
• Ensure required statistics are compiled and submitted in time. Responsibility and accountability for cost effective and efficient management of procurement, Storage, distribution, control and security of pharmaceutical stock and equipment.
• Develop, implement and monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and policies for all aspects of pharmaceutical services in accordance with applicable legislations, regulations and Good Pharmacy Practice.
• Develop and implement quality improvement programs in pharmacy.
• Support and supervision of pharmaceutical service in the attached PHC facilities and wards.
• Maintain and implement systems for accurate and appropriate patient records in line with Legislative requirements.
• Engage in effective communication with all stakeholders to ensure a high quality service is rendered and requirements for audits are met. Perform standby, after hours & weekend duties when necessary.
• Support pharmaceutical and therapeutic governance including but not limited to Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medicine Utilization Reviews, Standard Treatment Guidelines adherence.
• Supervision and discipline of pharmacy staff. EPMDS. Routing, monitoring and evaluation. Compiling reports for submission to the assistant pharmacy manager.
• Management of resources allocated to Pharmaceutical Services. Deputise for the assistant manager as and when required. Register as tutor for pharmacist assistants and pharmacist interns.
• Identify training needs of pharmacy staff and facilitate access to appropriate training and Development.
• Any other tasks/duties deemed necessary by the Assistant Pharmacy Manager.