11 Specialized Pharmacy Tech jobs in South Africa
Regional Manager: Pharmacy Operations - Central Region
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Mediclinic Southern Africa Corporate Office| Pietermaritzburg | South Africa
Closing date: 05/09/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Marlyn Donny Foster
Reference number: 60829
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo lead, optimise, and standardise pharmacy operations across the division, ensuring regulatory compliance, performance efficiency, and clinical quality. This role will drive pharmacy governance, system and process compliance, and contract compliance while supporting retail optimisation and pharmaceutical advisory functions.
This position will be based in Pietermaritzburg.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS- Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and standards to ensure regulatory compliance and quality.
- Implement and drive the pharmacy operational strategies that improve efficiency, optimise inventory management to reduce costs, and enhance service delivery.
- Provide clinical and operational advisory support to internal pharmacy teams and senior stakeholders.
- Ensure excellence in patient-facing pharmacy services through process refinement and team development.
- Manage and monitor pharmacy-related vendor contracts to ensure adherence and optimal outcomes.
- Generate and analyse pharmacy data reports to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Drive consistency in pharmacy practices across the region, incorporating best practices.
- Oversee pharmacy system use, upgrades, and staff training to ensure operational integrity.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
- Registered as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
DESIRED EDUCATION
- Master’s in Pharmacy, Public Health, or Business Administration,
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or project management
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in pharmacy practice, with at least 3 in an operational leadership role.
- Demonstrated success in managing multi-site pharmacy operations.
- Experience with pharmacy systems and reporting tools
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Private healthcare sector background,
- Experience in change management and contract/vendor management and materials management
- Pharmacy Regulatory & Clinical Knowledge
- Operational management
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership & People Management
- Pharmacy Information Systems (e.g., SAP, Rx)
- Retail Pharmacy Practices
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be 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 please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
#J-18808-LjbffrRegional Manager: Pharmacy Operations - Central Region
Posted 4 days ago
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Mediclinic Southern Africa Corporate Office| Pietermaritzburg | South Africa
Closing date: 05/09/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Marlyn Donny Foster
Reference number: 60829
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
To lead, optimise, and standardise pharmacy operations across the division, ensuring regulatory compliance, performance efficiency, and clinical quality. This role will drive pharmacy governance, system and process compliance, and contract compliance while supporting retail optimisation and pharmaceutical advisory functions.
This position will be based in Pietermaritzburg.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS- Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and standards to ensure regulatory compliance and quality.
- Implement and drive the pharmacy operational strategies that improve efficiency, optimise inventory management to reduce costs, and enhance service delivery.
- Provide clinical and operational advisory support to internal pharmacy teams and senior stakeholders.
- Ensure excellence in patient-facing pharmacy services through process refinement and team development.
- Manage and monitor pharmacy-related vendor contracts to ensure adherence and optimal outcomes.
- Generate and analyse pharmacy data reports to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Drive consistency in pharmacy practices across the region, incorporating best practices.
- Oversee pharmacy system use, upgrades, and staff training to ensure operational integrity.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
- Registered as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
DESIRED EDUCATION
- Master’s in Pharmacy, Public Health, or Business Administration,
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or project management
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in pharmacy practice, with at least 3 in an operational leadership role.
- Demonstrated success in managing multi-site pharmacy operations.
- Experience with pharmacy systems and reporting tools
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- Experience in change management and contract/vendor management and materials management
- Pharmacy Regulatory & Clinical Knowledge
- Operational management
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership & People Management
- Pharmacy Information Systems (e.g., SAP, Rx)
- Retail Pharmacy Practices
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be 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 please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
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#J-18808-LjbffrRegional manager: pharmacy operations - central region
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Lab Technician ( Pharmaceutical )
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SUMMARY:
This role forms an integral part of the organization in terms of the efficient operation and development and growth strategies. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, industry knowledge, and leadership skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services.
Lab Technician (Pharmaceutical)
Recruiter:
Jordan HR
Job Ref:
JHB010973/ST
Date posted:
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
Monthly
SUMMARY:
This role forms an integral part of the organization in terms of the efficient operation and development and growth strategies. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, industry knowledge, and leadership skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services.
POSITION INFO:
Overview: Performs laboratory tests and analyses to support pharmaceutical research and development, ensuring product quality and compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct laboratory tests and experiments in accordance with established protocols.
- Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Collect and analyze biological and chemical samples.
- Document experimental procedures, observations, and results accurately.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, or related field.
- Experience in a pharmaceutical or clinical laboratory setting.
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.
- Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
- Seniority level Entry level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
- Industries Advertising Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrAccuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician
Posted 13 days ago
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Are you a passionate and dedicated pharmacy professional looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team? Look no further!
Our pharmacy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join us as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career and expanding your skillset.
We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Total Working Hours: 40hrs
Working Pattern: 9-18, Mon to Fri
Rate of Pay: £15.89ph + £1.87ph
Newham University Hospital, Glen Road, Plaistow London, East London, E13 8SL
About our company
At Rowlands, we strive for excellence in everything we do, and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our priorities. Our network of over 400 community pharmacies work tirelessly to support the health and well-being of our communities, every day. By providing accessible and comprehensive health services, we strive to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. We take great pride in the positive impact we make in the communities we serve.
What your working day will look like;
- Participating in the entire dispensing process
- Checking and preparing medication orders
- Ensuring accuracy and safety in handling and distributing pharmaceuticals
- Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare professionals
- Delivering courteous and effective customer service at all times.
In addition to dispensing prescriptions, you'll also have the opportunity to:
- Complete and maintain accurate administrative records
- Manage the inventory of pharmaceutical stock and equipment
- Receive, store and issue medications and other supplies
- Monitor expiration dates and ensure adequate stock levels
- Provide healthcare advice and signposting customers to appropriate resources when necessary.
To be considered for this position, you must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have an NVQ3 and have completed the additional accuracy checking course in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent qualification. Prior experience in a customer-focused environment is also required. If you meet these qualifications and have a passion for healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
#J-18808-LjbffrPharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Eve
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Pharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Eve page is loadedPharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Eve Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA University Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R25107815Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.
Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptSchedule Details:
Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Holidays - One Major Summer Holiday, Holidays - One Major Winter Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends - Every Other WeekendScheduled Hours:
3p-11:30p, rotating holidays, every other weekendShift:
2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours:
40Cost Center:
10020 - 3800 PharmacyUnion:
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a CaregiverAt UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Major Responsibilities:
- Complies with all state and federal standards for compounding medications.
- Proficient with pharmacy technology and equipment. Capable of troubleshooting minor technical problems and knows who to reach out to when escalation is needed to resolve.
- Prepares and packages all forms of medications and compounds as needed. Repackage all bulk medications into unit of use containers, ensure that items are scannable.
- Maintains required documentation in accordance with regulatory and hospital requirements.
- Conducts medication room inspections in assigned patient care area in accordance with regulatory requirements. Removes outdated medications and supplies and provides all needed follow up actions.
- Assembles drugs in an accurate and efficient manner, scanning items from the different warehouse locations using the department’s inventory managements system.
- Appropriately triage pharmacy phone calls.
- Support training new technicians.
- Maintains a clean work area.
- Receiving of daily order and ensure that all items are scannable and entered into the hospital system. Helps to maintain an accurate and in date inventory.
- Participates in identifying problems or areas for improvement and assists management with problem solving projects and improving pharmacy operations and communication.
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:
- Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
- Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
- Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
- Maintains respect for patient confidentiality.
- Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
- Ensure that all required licenses and certification are up to date and are current.
- Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
- Certified by one of the national governing bodies such as Pharmacy Technician Certification Board PTCB, or the National Healthcareer Association ExCPT.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
- Position requires proficiency in math and, knowledge and ability to use a computer.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions with accuracy, efficiency, and dependability.
- Positive work ethic, motivated and professional demeanor to promote teamwork in the department.
Preferred:
- Pharmacy work experience within the past year
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
About UsWho is a caregiver? It’s not just the person who delivers the care. It’s all the people who make it work … and make it better. Caregivers give everything that helps patients heal, from expertise to extra attention. They give clean, comfortable rooms. Fast, accurate answers. And an easier, less stressful experience. They give warm, reassuring smiles, and helping hands.
We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, our community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
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Pharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Day
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Pharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Day page is loadedPharmacy Technician I, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Day Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA University Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R25107813Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.
Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptSchedule Details:
Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Holidays - One Major Summer Holiday, Holidays - One Major Winter Holiday, Weekends - Every Other WeekendScheduled Hours:
7am-3:30pmShift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours:
40Cost Center:
10020 - 3800 PharmacyUnion:
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a CaregiverAt UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, performs nonsterile compounding, delivers medications and is responsible for refilling and loading of medications into automated dispensing machines (ADMs). Performs other medication related tasks such as packaging, preparation of all forms of medications, record keeping, and all aspects of drug distribution. Assists in the transportation and handling of controlled substances and all required documentation as related to their delivery.Major Responsibilities:
- Complies with all state and federal standards for compounding medications.
- Proficient with pharmacy technology and equipment. Capable of troubleshooting minor technical problems and knows who to reach out to when escalation is needed to resolve.
- Prepares and packages all forms of medications and compounds as needed. Repackage all bulk medications into unit of use containers, ensure that items are scannable.
- Maintains required documentation in accordance with regulatory and hospital requirements.
- Conducts medication room inspections in assigned patient care area in accordance with regulatory requirements. Removes outdated medications and supplies and provides all needed follow up actions.
- Assembles drugs in an accurate and efficient manner, scanning items from the different warehouse locations using the department’s inventory managements system.
- Appropriately triage pharmacy phone calls.
- Support training new technicians.
- Maintains a clean work area.
- Receiving of daily order and ensure that all items are scannable and entered into the hospital system. Helps to maintain an accurate and in date inventory.
- Participates in identifying problems or areas for improvement and assists management with problem solving projects and improving pharmacy operations and communication.
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:
- Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
- Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
- Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
- Maintains respect for patient confidentiality.
- Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
- Ensure that all required licenses and certification are up to date and are current.
- Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
- Certified by one of the national governing bodies such as Pharmacy Technician Certification Board PTCB, or the National Healthcareer Association ExCPT.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
- Position requires proficiency in math and, knowledge and ability to use a computer.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions with accuracy, efficiency, and dependability.
- Positive work ethic, motivated and professional demeanor to promote teamwork in the department.
Preferred:
- Pharmacy work experience within the past year.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
#J-18808-LjbffrPharmacy technician i, inpatient pharmacy, 40hr, eve
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