Pharmacist Assistant

Vaccine Supply Chain Management
? Ordering of stock and vaccines from the main supplier or the pharmaceutical depot.
? Distribution of ancillary stock and vaccines from the supplier to the pharmacy and clinics
? Receive stock and ensure storage of medication and vaccines paying attention to batch numbers and expiry dates.
? Store medication according to storage requirements and temperatures.
? Perform temperature control daily for relevant medication.
? Conduct daily, weekly, or bi-weekly stock takes, and complete relevant inventory forms and reporting systems as may be required.
? Check stock dates and if expired, remove from shelves for disposal.
? Inform and advise the Pharmacist of stock to be ordered and stock rotations.
? Complete and file all relevant forms and documentation.
? Monitor SVS compliance for all supported clinics and report
Cold Chain Management and Monitoring
? Support the pharmacist with conducting cold chain equipment surveys and facility assessments to determine cold chain capacity.
? Ensure that proper temperature monitoring tools for vaccine distribution to clinics and secondary sites are available and used appropriately.
? Conduct training on appropriate use of cold chain equipment
? Ensure compliance to SOPs and guidelines for cold chain equipment.
? Monitor availability and appropriate use of continuous temperature monitoring devices in facilities
Professional development, Policy, guidelines, and professional standards
? Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management.
? Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained.
? Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.
? Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences etc.
? Participate and give input in ad hoc projects and initiatives

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience
? Grade 12 and a certificate as post basic pharmacist assistant (1 Year)
? Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
? Completion of in-service training and examination as required by above certificate
Desirable Required Qualifications and Experience
? Certification in basic HIV, COVID-19 vaccination, and good clinical practice.
? Good administration skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
? Ordered, systematic and analytical. Assertive, confident, and adaptable.
? Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
? Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
? Display a concern for patients and willingness to respond to patients’ needs and requirements