Metropolitan Life Pharmacist Assistant Jobs in South Africa

Job Title: Pharmacist Assistant X 2 (Reference # 9560) Metropolitan Health Job Band:5

Introduction

This position will report to the Medicine Risk Management Team Leader.The successful candidate will be required to register Chronic conditions and treatments and to give support to the DUR Pharmacists.

The Incumbent will be responsible for:

Handling members and providers professionally
Registration of chronic conditions ensuring treatment is done timeously and independently
Ensuring effective claims management service delivery and support
Performing efficient and accurate administrative function
Identifying all compliance risks and investigating all possible non-disclosure of pre-existing conditions
Participating in the identification of clinical guidelines
Ensuring the consistent and correct application of exclusions and identifying the appropriate clinical, chronic and PMB entry criteria
Contributing to the accuracy of accounts in all financial transactions aligned to GAAP
Ensuring cost effective processing of competitive prescription claims
Developing effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the
organisation, including 3rd parties and service providers
Engaging in effective communication and delivery according to Service Level Agreements
Negotiating contracts on behalf of clients in order to exceed their
requirements
Providing first time resolution on queries
Monitoring customer delivery constraints and escalate exceptions to
management
Establishing relationships with team members and assist colleagues where necessary
Working as part of a team to provide effective service delivery to an assigned area

The applicant should meet these requirements:

Matric
Post Basic Pharmacist assistant would be an advantage
Previous experience in a managed care environment dealing with medication issues would be an advantage
Registration with the Pharmacy Council as Pharmacist Assistant would be an advantage
Clinical knowledge, computer literate and good telephone etiquette

Competencies Required

Empathetic,proactive and customer focused
Attention to detail,service orientated and a tolerance for stress
Highly motivated, persistent and persevering
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Drive and support effective teamwork within the department

Additional Information

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to the following statutory checks:

ITC
Criminal
References
Qualifications

How to apply

Internal applicants:

Sign on to PeopleSoft > Recruiting Activities > Careers

External applicants:

Go to our website

www.mhg.co.za

> Careers at Metropolitan Health> Vacancies

Assistance with online applications:

PeopleSoft Helpdesk (021) 940 5169

Contact Person:

Noyise Notiki

Telephone:

0214802769

Closing Date:

12 September 2012

Please state clearly for which position you are applying as well as the reference number in all communications. The job grade and remuneration will be commensurate with the successful applicant's experience, qualification and skills.

Netcare South Africa Jobs - Pharmacist Assistant Job Vacancy

  Job Title: : Pharmacist Assistant – Post Basic
LOCATION: Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
REPORTING TO: Pharmacy Manager
CLOSING DATE: 18 June 2012
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide a Pharmacy service to the Hospital – dispensary, stock control, administration, general and health and safety
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Dispensing of medication under supervision of a Pharmacist
• Communicating professionally and handling queries as per policy
• Receiving, checking and unpacking stock as per policies
• Assisting customers in pharmacy front shop
• General cashier duties
• Daily cash-up procedures as per policies
• Checking and unpacking ward credits
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• 2 years pharmacy retail experience
• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Registered with the Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist Assistant
• Cashier experience
• Computer literate – preferably in Unisolv, SAP
• Customer service orientated
• Attention to detail
• High energy levels
• Tolerance for stress
NON-MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES
• Managing work: Managing ones time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Building Customer Loyalty: Effectively meeting customer needs, building productive customer relationships, taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment.
• Quality Orientation: Originating action to improve existing work processes and conditions for improved quality of outputs.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others, self imposing standards of excellence.


HOW TO APPLY
NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Company's approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered
as part of the recruitment process aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy.
Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people living with disabilities.
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to e-mail a detailed
CV to Aimee Haynes at Aimee.Haynes@netcare.co.za or alternatively
fax application details to fax: 011 304 6800

Deadline: 18th June 2012

Medical Advisor Job Vacancy at Metropolitan Life South Africa in Cape Town

JOB TITLE: MEDICAL ADVISOR (Reference # 8502) Metropolitan Health Job Band:8

Introduction

An excellent full time opportunity exists for an individual with a background in General Practice and training in Evidence Based Medicine to join a dynamic team catering for the risk needs of a progressive client scheme. Reporting to the Senior Manager: PMB you will assume a challenging and wide-ranging portfolio.

The Incumbent will be responsible for:

Clinical basket development and ongoing maintenance.

Clinical research for the development of guidelines and protocols in line with PMB policy.

Medical Advisory: Assist with escalated PMB cases as directed .

Managing the delivery of clinical input across the business.

Overseeing the effective application of PMB clinical policies and protocols across the business.

Attendance of Medical Advisors meetings.

Relevant work to be done with reference to medical scheme rules and within the parameters of relevant coding rules and Evidence Based Medicine.

Conducting or facilitating training where and when required

Other relevant tasks as may arise.

The applicant should meet these requirements:

An MB ChB or M Fam Med qualification or alternatively an equivalent tertiary qualification

Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Experience in research in a wide variety of disciplines

Insight into private and public practice

Experience in MHC which includes protocol and guideline development

Sound knowledge of evidence-based medicine

Knowledge of clinical coding and PMB policy ( contacts with NDoH, CMS and BHF would be an advantage )

Computer literacy especially with respect to Internet searches, e-mail and MS Office (Word and Excel). Access will be an advantage

Competencies Required

Ability to complete allocated tasks within set time limits

Practical problem-solving skills

Effective interpersonal relationships and assertiveness

Negotiating skills

Good work ethic

Additional Information

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to the following statutory checks:

ITC

Criminal

References

Qualifications 

How to apply

Internal applicants:

Sign onto PeopleSoft > Recruiting Activities > Careers

External applicants:

Go to our website 

www.mhg.co.za

> Careers at Metropolitan Health> Vacancies

Contact Person:

Noyise Notiki

Telephone:

0214802769

Closing Date:

9 May 2012

Please state clearly for which position you are applying as well as the reference number in all communications. The job grade and remuneration will be commensurate with the successful applicant's experience, qualification and skills.

Pharmacy Manager Job Vacancy at Shoprite South Africa in Amanzimtoti

Job Title: Pharmacy Manager - Medirite Amanzimtoti

REF: MED/MR(/Pharmacy Manager - Medirite Amanzimtoti/Amanzimtoti/240412

Recruiter: MEDI+Rite Pharmacy
End Date: 2012-05-04
AA/EE: Not Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Amanzimtoti
Available: as soon as possible
Category: Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene
Basic salary range: negotiable
Reporting To: Regional Manager - MediRite
Department: N/A
Division: MediRite
Positions: 1

Introduction

The Shoprite Group of Companies is Africa’s largest food retailer. Grow with us and become part of a challenging environment offering stable and diverse career opportunities.
Minimum Requirements

Important requisites for this position also include:
• Preferably 1-2 years previous work experience as a pharmacist
• Registration with the SAPC
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
Job Specification

The Main duties of the position(s) include:
• Ensuring ethical compliance with statutory legislation .
• Patient counselling
• Drug interventions
• Tutoring of pharmacist assistants
• Overseeing the daily running of the store
• Supervising staff

The ideal candidate:
• Is enthusiastic about pharmaceutical care.
• Is an effective leader of people.
• Has a proven track record in the industry.
• Maintains a good attendance record and is punctual at all times.
• Is committed to hygiene and cleanliness.

Please note that successful candidates must be willing to work retail hours. In addition to excellent career opportunities, the Shoprite Group offers market-related remuneration packages, which include attractive benefits.



Apply to:

http://shopritecheckers.pnet.co.za/#s=job_search

American Embassy South Africa Jobs - Public Health Specialist Job Vacancy

Job Title: Public Health Specialist (Surveillance)/Epidemiologist

REF: VA 12-27

Recruiter: American Embassy Updated on: 2012-04-11 00:00:00

AA/EE: Not Applicable Contract Permanent

Location: Pretoria Available: Immediately

Category: Health & Fitness Offer: Basic Salary: R385,720 – R540,006 per annum

Introduction

The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria is seeking an individual for the position of Public Health Specialist (Surveillance)/Epidemiologist in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications Required: 

NOTE:  ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.  

Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED 

1.      Education:  Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, medical science or related field is required.   

2.      Experience:  A minimum of five years of progressively responsible work experience in epidemiology and/or public health programs, including a minimum of three years experience in HIV/AIDS which includes analysis of epidemiologic data and/or research studies.         

3.      Language:  English level IV (fluent) reading/writing/speaking is required.

4.      Knowledge:  

-          Comprehensive knowledge and experience in epidemiology, disease surveillance and HIV/AIDS issues is required.

-          An in-depth knowledge of the range of HIV epidemiologic and surveillance programs and studies, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to development and administration of national/international public health programs is required.

-          Detailed knowledge of the host government health care system and structures, including familiarity with DOH policies, program priorities and regulations is required.

-          Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary project teams and activities is required.

-          Good working knowledge of overall administrative requirements, budgeting and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements/grants/purchase requisitions is required.

5.      Skills and Abilities:  

-          Excellent oral and written communications skills to develop and maintain effective, sustainable working relationships with national and international health partners are required.

-          Ability to lead results-driven project teams and workgroups is required.

-          Ability to analyze, understand and discuss new program design, management and implementation approaches is required. This includes the development of evaluation designs, use of reliable and valid instruments, and methods for data collection, analysis and reports.

-          Strong skills in interpretation of program monitoring and evaluation data are required.  

-          Numerical skills for data analysis are required.

-          Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required.

Job Specification

Basic Function of Position: 

The Epidemiologist/Surveillance Specialist works under the direction of the Surveillance/Epidemiology Team Lead as a key public health advisor to the Team Lead and Epidemiology and Strategic Information Branch management.  The major focus of the position is the development, implementation and monitoring of HIV/AIDS epidemiologic studies, operational research and targeted evaluation projects in South Africa.  The job holder’s responsibilities include day-to- day program and administrative management, and coordination and collaboration with other PEPFAR agencies to ensure that project implementation addresses program strategic objectives and internationally recognized public health standards and best practices.  The incumbent serves as the primary CDC contact for assigned implementing partners for issues related to CDC-supported epidemiologic studies and surveillance program activities and a leading technical expert within the U.S. Government interagency technical team.  The job holder serves as Activity Manager for surveillance, survey and epidemiologic study components of multiple CDC-supported cooperative agreements in South Africa.  The incumbent serves as a primary contributor to the planning, development, and review of surveillance and epidemiology components of the annual Country Operational Plan (COP) for South Africa and identifies linkages for these program activities within other PEPFAR program areas.  Monitors and evaluates progress of projects, identifying technical, personnel, logistical, and financial problems and makes or recommends revisions as necessary to overcome obstacles and constraints to progress.  The job holder represents CDC South Africa on HIV surveillance and epidemiologic issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including meetings with collaborators and donor agencies.  Identifies training needs and participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of training courses for partner organizations.

Basic Salary:  R385,720 – R540,006 per annum

Cash Benefits:  R105,489 – R118,347 per annum                                    

Non-cash benefits include medical, pension and others where applicable

Closing date: April 23, 2012 (Close of Business)

For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to:

 

Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.

http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html 

Register and Apply via:  http://americanembassy.pnet.co.za 

Point Of Contact:

Helen Pruett

Telephone: (012) 431-4133

 or  to apply for this vacancy.

 DISCLAIMER: The US Diplomatic Mission to South Africa uses PNET, a commercial Internet recruitment site, to advertise all of its positions, and to provide an online facility for submitting applications.

Pharmacist Jobs at Pick n Pay in Gauteng, South Africa

Job # 1373661/710:
Job Title: Pharmacist-Full Time/Part Time/ Locum
Market Related Salary
Countrywide South Africa (Gauteng)

We have vacancies for suitably qualified pharmacists within our pharmacy division throughout South Africa. These positions range from Full time to Part time to Locums.

Ideally you should have retail pharmacy experience and knowledge of unisolve would be an advantage.

You would the opportunity to progress your pharmacy career within the company.

The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:

Ability

assure accuracy of prescriptions
prepare and dispense medication
answer customer queries
explain effect of new drugs and medicinal preparations
supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff

Experience

business administration
compounding medications
promoting use of and selling ethical drugs and other pharmaceutical products
preparing and managing budgets

Pick n Pay is one of Africa s largest and most consistently successful retailers of food, clothing and general merchandise. We are a truly South African company and have always operated in the best interest of our people and our communities. Pick n Pay behaves according to an entrenched value system and we truly believe that we have a positive impact on the lives of all South Africans.

Apply online before 26/04/2012.

Apply to:

http://careerspnp.careerjunction.co.za/car/job/joblst.asp?pageno=A&adv=-1&inf=0&comtype=3&comloc=-1&reczoneNo=-1&cofilter=0&cokeywords=0&cotype=all

Orthopaedic Job Vacancy at Netcare Greenacres Hospital in South Africa

JOB TITLE: REGISTERED NURSES EXPERIENCED IN ORTHOPAEDIC:
OPERATING THEATRE
LOCATION: NETCARE GREENACRES HOSPITAL
REPORTING TO: THEATRE UNIT MANAGER
CLOSING DATE: 30 APRIL 2012

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

In this position the incumbent will be expected to provide quality theatre support and maintain good relations with doctors, staff and patients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participation as a team member to assist in the completion of tasks.
• Excellent communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council.
• 2 – 3 Years evidence of competent experience in the Orthopaedic, general and endoscopic surgery.
• Attention to detail and an orientation to quality of work standards.
• Must demonstrate willingness and active participation in sharing knowledge and skills.

NON-MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES

• Managing work: Managing ones time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Building Customer Loyalty: Effectively meeting customer needs, building productive customer relationships, taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment.
• Quality Orientation: Originating action to improve existing work processes and conditions for improved quality of outputs.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others, self imposing standards of excellence.

HOW TO APPLY?

NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Company's approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered
as part of the recruitment process aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy.
Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people living with disabilities.
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to e-mail a detailed
CV to Ilana Boshoff (Human Resources Officer) at Ilana.Boshoff@netcare.co.za or alternatively fax your application details to Fax nr.: (041) 390 7088.

Dental Advisor Job Vacancy in South Africa at Metropolitan Life in Pretoria

Job Title: Dental Advisor - POLMED (Reference # 7453) Job Grade:08

Introduction

Headquartered in Cape Town, Metropolitan Health Risk Management, the health risk management arm of Metropolitan Health Group (MHG), offers comprehensive health risk management through effective partnerships that utilise proven products and solutions backed by professional medical experts.
You can now become a member of our dynamic, service oriented team as a Dental Advisor.

The Incumbent will be responsible for:


Conduct clinical assessments
Formulate management recommendations on dental clinical matters
Ensure quality control and accuracy
Development of guidelines and protocols for Metropolitan Health Risk Management according to standards prescribed by the organisation that are evidence based.
On going training of Case Managers
Receiving, managing and decision making on referred work to Dental advisor from MHG and from Metropolitan Health Risk Management for client medical schemes
Satisfactory resolution of problems referred from internal and external stakeholders
Identifying opportunities for process and clinical guidelines to be used
Interact and engage with dental practitioners on clinical matters
Attendance of Clinical Advisors and other related meetings, administration, reports.
Develop and implement certain aspects of the Dental Health Management Wellness & Preventative programmes
Conduct departmental assessment guidelines and practice notes
Other relevant tasks, as may arise.

The applicant should meet these requirements:


A BDS or equivalent dental degree
At least 2 years experience as a dentist
Registration with HPCSA as a Dental Practitioner
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Experience in medical aid or managed care industry an advantage
A target and deadline driven approach
Knowledge of SADA guidelines, clinical protocols and dental tariffs.
Understanding of dental procedures and proper billing

Additional Information

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to the following statutory checks:
• References
• ITC
• Qualification
• Criminal

How to apply

Internal applicants:

Sign onto PeopleSoft > Recruiting Activities > Careers

External applicants:

Go to our website

www.mhg.co.za

> Careers at Metropolitan Health> Vacancies

Contact Person:

Thembeka Mqanto

Telephone:

0123044507

Closing Date:

10 April 2012

Please state clearly for which position you are applying as well as the reference number in all communications. The job grade and remuneration will be commensurate with the successful applicant's experience, qualification and skills.