Pharmacist - Netcare Park Lane Hospital
Location: Netcare Park Lane Hospital
ROLE SUMMARY The Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision of medication and supplementary services to patients and members of the healthcare team. The incumbent will also assume responsibility for meeting patients needs in a responsible, satisfactory and cost-effective manner.
Duties & Responsibilities
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ROLE SUMMARY The Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision of medication and supplementary services to patients and members of the healthcare team. The incumbent will also assume responsibility for meeting patients needs in a responsible, satisfactory and cost-effective manner.KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES CONSISTENCY OF CARE Dispensing medication • Dispense prescriptions (hospital and retail) • Ensure maximum safety of patients by providing advice on the appropriate selection, dosage and drug interaction, potential side effects and therapeutic effects of medicines • Prepare, issue and control all oncology drugs according to Pharmacy policies and procedures • Act as custodian for the management of Schedule 5 6 drugs as per legal requirements • Record prescriptions as per legislative requirements Customer service • Assist and offer advice on the usage, side effects, contra-indications, drug interaction and proper storage of medication to patients and other members of the healthcare team • Advise and provide information regarding general health matters, including the effective use of medicines, treatment for general diseases, primary health care, screening services, essential medication, mother and child healthcare services, family planning and immunisation Stock control management • Supervise and control the acquisition, storage, dispensing, handling, and packaging of medicines to ensure safety, efficacy, and quality thereof.
• Assist with all aspects of ethical stock control including re-ordering of stock, maintaining dedicated stock areas for organisation and expiry dates.
• Conduct cyclical and full stock takes • Update doctors and wards with regards to out of stock situations and offer alternatives Administration management • Conduct related administrative and house-keeping tasks TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY Teamwork • Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals.
• Communicate effectively to assist other team players • Supervise and guide Pharmacist Assistants and interns Personal and professional development • Active involvement in own professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge • Keep up to date with Netcares evolving policies and procedures • Keep abreast of new developments in the Pharmaceutical field Build and maintain stakeholder relationships • Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial • Build relationships with wards to facilitate the understanding and updating of Pharmacy systems and policies SKILLS PROFILE EDUCATION Essential • A relevant pharmaceutical qualification (B.Pharm. Degree or Dip.Pharm).
• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council. WORK EXPERIENCE Essential • Advanced computer literacy • Work experience in a Hospital or Retail Pharmacy environment KNOWLEDGE Essential • Sound knowledge of Pharmacy business operations PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employees ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation. VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS Netcare Values At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are compassionate about quality care and professional excellence.
• Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation.
• Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.
• Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.
• Compassion - The creative, compassionate, and innovative drive to do things better than before. To develop and implement successful healthcare solutions for all.
• Participation - The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships with others and the commitment to communicate.
The Netcare Way
Netcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold:
• I always greet everyone to show my respect.
• I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
• I always treat others with consideration and humility to uphold dignity • I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care.
• I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion • I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
• I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging.
SKILLS Taking Action Capable of recognising the need for action, considering possible risks and taking responsibility for results.
Decision Making
Capable of making decisions timeously and taking responsibility for the consequences.
Customer
Focus and Service Delivery The capacity to identify and respond to the needs of internal and external customers.
Continuous Improvement
The capacity to improve systems and processes to facilitate continuous improvement.
Personal Work Ethic
Capacity to instil an ethic of quality and consistency in self and others.
Building Relationships
Capacity to establish constructive and effective relationships.
Communication
The capacity to clearly present information, either written or verbal.
Teamwork
Capacity to cooperate with others to work towards a common goal.
Technical Knowledge
The capacity to perform a technical function to required standards.
WORKING CONDITIONS • Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business operations.
• Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means.Join the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care.
