Job Description
Mediclinic Upington is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist Intern to join our team in Upington, South Africa. This is a fixed-term on-site position aimed at providing a comprehensive, professional, and cost-effective pharmaceutical service to in-hospital patients and the public. The closing date for applications is 31/10/2025.
Main Purpose of Job
The primary goal of this role is to assist in delivering a high-quality pharmaceutical service, ensuring that patients receive the necessary medications and support.
Key Responsibility Areas
- Ensure the availability of medicines and scheduled substances to stores and the public.
- Ensure accurate dispensing of medications.
- Maintain efficient stock holding of medicines and scheduled substances.
Requirements
Required Education
- Essential Education: B Pharm
- Desired Education: None
Required Experience
- Essential Minimum Experience: None
- Desired Experience: None
Required Job Skills and Knowledge
- Current relevant legislation (e.g., Medicines and Related Substances Control Act).
- Financial management skills.
- Good pharmacy practices.
- Knowledge of Medical Aid Scheme benefits, regulations, and formularies.
- Understanding of clinical pharmacy and antimicrobial stewardship.
- Familiarity with pharmacy systems (e.g., UNISOLVE; AS400).
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
- Ethical product knowledge.
All applicants will be considered, with preference given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note, if you are an internal employee on a fixed-term contract, apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile.