The Free State Department of Health is recruiting Pharmacist Assistants (Post Basic) Grade I to Grade III in the Mangaung Metro District. A total of six posts are available under reference number MMD/P/10/2026.
These positions form part of the pharmaceutical support services within primary health care facilities in the district. The successful candidates will support pharmaceutical service delivery, assist with stock management, and provide patient support under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
The salary ranges from R264 750 per annum for Grade I to R330 540 per annum for Grade III, depending on years of appropriate experience after registration.
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Who Can Apply
Applications are open to candidates who are registered with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic).
Applicants must meet the relevant experience requirements for the grade level they are applying for. Registration status must be current at the time of application.
Minimum Requirements
- Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic)
- Grade I: No experience required after registration
- Grade II: Minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience after registration
- Grade III: Minimum of 13 years of appropriate experience after registration
- Computer literacy
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Scope of Duties
The Pharmacist Assistant will procure, store, and distribute medical stock throughout the facility in accordance with pharmaceutical procedures and policies.
The role includes assisting with pharmaceutical services to primary health care facilities in the district. This involves supporting medicine supply processes, ensuring correct stock handling, and maintaining inventory control systems.
The successful candidate will counsel patients on medication usage where required and provide information to facility staff regarding medicine usage and cost-effective practices. Support will also be provided to the Pharmacist in district-level pharmaceutical operations.
The position may include collecting information for research purposes and contributing to compliance with statutory pharmaceutical regulations within the facility.
Documents Required
- Online application via the Department’s e-Recruitment platform
- Completed online application form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
Certified copies of qualifications and related documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Free State Department of Health e-Recruitment system.
Applicants must apply at:
https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/eRecruitment
Hand-delivered, faxed, or posted applications will not be considered.
The application must clearly indicate the correct job title, reference number MMD/P/10/2026, and centre as stated in the advertisement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
FAQ’s
How many Pharmacist Assistant posts are available?
There are six posts available in the Mangaung Metro District.
What registration is required?
Applicants must be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post Basic).
Is experience required?
Experience depends on the grade level applied for. Grade I requires no experience after registration, while Grades II and III require 5 and 13 years, respectively.
How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted online via the Department of Health e-Recruitment portal. No manual applications will be accepted.
What is the closing date for applications?
The closing date for applications is 06 March 2026.
Final Thoughts
These Pharmacist Assistant posts are suitable for registered Post Basic Pharmacist Assistants seeking placement within the public health sector in the Mangaung Metro District.
Applicants should ensure that their SAPC registration is valid and that they select the correct grade level based on their experience before submitting the online application. Early submission is recommended to avoid disqualification due to incomplete applications.
