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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.
NOTE:
It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place
as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference.
- LABORATORY ASSISTANT (TOXICOLOGY)
- ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPORT
- PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC)
LABORATORY ASSISTANT (TOXICOLOGY)
POST 10/258
Chief Directorate: Emergency Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R171 537 per annum
CENTRE : Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate
experience in a biomedical laboratory. Appropriate experience in using laboratory equipment such
as centrifuges, vortexes, balances and pipettes. Appropriate experience in handling biological
samples and other hazardous chemicals/waste and gases. Inherent requirement of the job: A
valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Above average competency
use of Microsoft programs including both Word and Excel. The ability to work in a biohazardous
environment, perform heavy manual tasks, and the ability to work under pressure. Basic
understanding of calculations necessary for the preparation of chemical solutions. Good
interpersonal relationships and working both individually and in a team. Must be ethical, honest
and take accountability. Understand basic laboratory equipment and how to follow SOP for their
maintenance and monitoring.
DUTIES
Laboratory Upkeep and support. Testing support. Specimen handling and Management.
Inventory, Facility and Admin Support.
ENQUIRIES : Ms B Davies Tel No. (021) 406-6026, Email: Bronwen.davies@uct.ac.za
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”).
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to
security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, and previous
employment checks prior to appointment. Candidates may have to undergo profiling
assessments prior to appointment.
CLOSING DATE : 04 April 2024
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPORT
POST 10/257
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Support Services
SALARY : R202 233 per annum
CENTRE : Forensic Pathology Services, Vredendal Hospital Laboratory
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate experience in LOGIS. Appropriate Clinical Administration experience. General Administration
experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in
person. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work in a mortuary environment. Ability to
collate and verify data accurately and have good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability
to work under pressure, interpret and apply policies. Knowledge of Petty cash and EPS
(Electronic Purchasing system). Knowledge of Contract Management, PMFA and SCOA codes.
Knowledge of MS Office. Knowledge of Electronic Content Management (ECM) software.
DUTIES : Efficient and Effective processing and filing of documentation. Effective control of reports and
statements, during and after the Forensic Mortuary process. Effective Management of stores,
assets and infrastructure. An effective support to the Manager: FPS Laboratory. Administering
documentation in relation to Forensic Pathology Laboratory functional activities.
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”).
NOTE : Candidates will be subjected to a Practical test. No payment of any kind is required when applying
for this post. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance prior to appointment.
CLOSING DATE : 04 April 2024
PHARMACIST ASSISTANT (POST-BASIC)
POST 10/256
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : Grade 1: R239 682 per annum
Grade 2: R277 398 per annum
Grade 3: R299 244 per annum
CENTRE : Directorate: Pharmacy Services, Cape Medical Depot
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: As required by the training facility and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) plus a Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification that allows
registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Registration with a professional
council: Current registration with the SAPC as a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant
(Warehousing/Wholesale). Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as a
Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience as
a Pharmacist Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years of appropriate experience as a Pharmacist Assistant after
registration as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC. Competencies
(knowledge/skills): Good knowledge of wholesale warehouse practices and procedures. Good
numeric skills. Knowledge and/or experience in handling pharmaceutical supplies, particularly in
a warehouse environment, including Cold Chain Practices. Knowledge of Drug Supply
Management Principles. Meticulous and attention to detail.
DUTIES : Assist with the control of pharmaceutical stock. Assist with the effective control and distribution of completed pharmaceutical orders to facilities. Assist with the efficient and secure packaging of
pharmaceutical products for delivery. Assist with the Issuing of stock against orders from health
facilities within the scope of practice of a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant. Assist with the
receiving and storage of pharmaceutical products from suppliers. Compliance with good
pharmacy practice and good warehouse practice. Support and assist the Pharmacy Supervisor
with collating statistics.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Buthelezi Tel No: (021) 483-8804
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”).
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 to register
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. Candidates registered in categories
other than “Warehousing/Wholesale” may also apply, on condition that registration in the category
“Warehousing/Wholesale” is obtained within 12 months. Appointments will be done on probation
until the registration certification in the required category is obtained. Failure to comply will lead
to the termination of services in the cases of those appointed from outside the public service. In
the case of serving employees, the employee will return to his/her previous post.
CLOSING DATE : 04 April 2024
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