Pharmacist Assistant Learner Opportunity at Netcare

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Netcare Krugersdorp Hospital invites motivated and dedicated individuals to apply for the Pharmacist Assistant Learner position. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in a professional healthcare environment where patient safety, quality service, and ethical practice are at the centre of daily operations. The role involves supporting medication dispensing, assisting with stock management, and performing essential administrative duties under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, while ensuring patients receive efficient and responsible pharmaceutical care.

This learning opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about healthcare and committed to developing their professional skills within a collaborative team setting. Exposure to pharmacy systems, patient support processes, and structured operational procedures provides valuable industry experience while contributing to high standards of care. Netcare Krugersdorp Hospital provides an environment that supports professional growth, teamwork, and continuous learning in the delivery of safe and effective healthcare services.

Position: Pharmacist Assistant Learner
Location: Netcare Krugersdorp Hospital
Employment Type: Full Time
Posted: Recently
Application Closing Date: 23 February 2026

About Netcare

Netcare offers meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. The organisation is committed to delivering the best and safest patient care, guided by strong values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion, and Dignity.

This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare while building valuable professional experience in a supportive environment.

Role Summary

The Pharmacist Assistant Learner provides medication-related and supplementary services to patients and healthcare professionals under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. The role focuses on meeting patient needs responsibly, effectively, and in a cost-efficient manner while maintaining high professional and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

Stock Control

  • Participate in cyclical and full stock-taking processes, including procurement and ethical stock control.
  • Process stock for internal departments and inter-clinic sales.
  • Assist in managing stock according to Netcare Stock Management policies, especially within designated stock areas.

General Duties

  • Ensure personal compliance with regulations set by the South African Pharmacy Council.
  • Follow up promptly on outstanding medication owed to patients.
  • Perform administrative and housekeeping tasks related to pharmacy operations.
  • Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager or supervising Pharmacist.

Best and Safest Patient Care

Medication Dispensing Support

  • Assist the pharmacist with all dispensing activities.
  • Pick and package medication under pharmacist supervision.
  • Capture all dispensed items to patient accounts according to medical aid TTO requirements.
  • Capture patient profiles and prescriptions on the Unisolve system.
  • Support monthly chronic medication recall processes.

Growing with Passionate People

Teamwork

  • Participate actively as a team member to achieve shared goals and maintain high standards of service.

Personal and Professional Development

  • Take responsibility for continuous professional growth and maintaining required skills and knowledge.
  • Stay updated with evolving Netcare policies and procedures.

Stakeholder Relationships

  • Work cooperatively with colleagues and stakeholders to build strong working relationships.
  • Maintain a positive and inclusive environment that values diversity and supports individual contribution.
  • Develop collaborative partnerships to achieve organisational objectives.

Working Conditions

  • Flexibility in working hours to support daily business operations.
  • Interaction with both internal and external stakeholders through various communication channels.

Join a team committed to delivering the best and safest healthcare while building a meaningful career in pharmacy support services.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date of 23 February 2026. Ensure that all required documents are prepared and submitted according to the application guidelines provided on the official Netcare careers platform. Early submission is recommended, as applications received after the deadline may not be considered.

Applicants should carefully review the position requirements and provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information when applying. Supporting documents such as an updated CV, relevant qualifications, and any additional information requested during the application process should be included to support the submission.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process. If no response is received after a reasonable period following the closing date, the application may be considered unsuccessful. Interested candidates should ensure contact details remain accessible for communication regarding the application status.

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