CDU RX Capture Pharmacist (Fixed Term)

Medipost Pharmacy is recruiting a pharmacist on a 4-month fixed term contract for the Chronic Dispensing Unit which is being conducted for the Department of Health in the Western Cape. The Pharmacist will work in the prescription capture department and will conduct clinical and legal checks on the work completed by Pharmacist Assistants.

Primary purpose of the job

• Assist with daily quality assurance processes
• Adherence to good housekeeping practices
• Investigation of, and accurate reporting of dispensing errors
• System monitoring, quality of work evaluation, timeous escalation of possible problems
• Time & attendance according to Company Policies
• Understanding of the WC CDU Penalty Matrix and Prescribing Policies
• Perform any ad-hoc projects which may be necessary for the WC CDUProduction Department and the CDU at large
• To ensure accuracy in the capturing of prescriptions by the pharmacist assistants, through quality assurance in the form of blind checking. Providing clinical guidance to pharmacist assistants in regards with Pharmaceutical Practices/GPP and Provincial Rational Prescribing Policies and Notices
• Accurate capturing of chronic medication prescriptions

Specific Requirements/Other important information

• Ability to prioritise large work load
• Ability to maintain policy guideline with in pressured situations
• Ability to act independently
• Ability to accept and take charge of projects allocated on short notice
• Willingness to work overtime during high pressure periods
• Adhere to continues professional development as required by SAPC

QUALIFICATION:

• B.Pharm

EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of Medipost operations/ WC CDUprocesses
• Computer Literate
• Microsoft Office (Excel - Intermediate / Advanced)

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Excellent Verbal and written communication skills,listening skills,patience, empathy, conflict resolution skills, customer service orientation, accuracy, data capturing skills, interpersonal skills and relationship building skills, time management,able to handle pressure, deadline orientated, neatness, initiative, confidentiality, attention to detail, flexibility, adaptable, Leadership and mentoring skills, staff motivation, goal setting, effective communication skills, analytical, prioritizing, planning and organizing, conflict management and resolution skills, diversity management

"Medipost Holdings is committed to the promotion of employment equity within the workplace which is a driving factor in all recruitment decisions" Medipost further encourages and welcomes applications from persons with disabilities in creating a diverse and equitable workplace"

"We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, prospectives and skills, the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. Should you however not hear from us within a period of 2 weeks, you can consider your application unsuccessful"

"MediPost Holdings does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are advised to be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment activities. Under no circumstances should any payment be made to secure a job offer with Medipost"