Netcare Milpark Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity for motivated pharmacy graduates to join its Pharmacist Internship Programme for 2025/2026. This internship gives aspiring pharmacists the platform to gain real-world experience, grow their clinical knowledge, and contribute to high-quality patient care within one of South Africa’s leading private healthcare groups.
Netcare is known for its commitment to providing the best and safest care, guided by the values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion, and Dignity. The Pharmacist Internship forms part of this mission, offering graduates an opportunity to connect their purpose with meaningful work that impacts lives every day.
About the Pharmacist Internship Programme
The Pharmacist Internship at Netcare Milpark Hospital is designed to help interns develop comprehensive skills and professional confidence. Under the supervision of registered pharmacists, interns will gain hands-on experience in clinical and retail pharmacy operations, ensuring they are fully equipped for registration as pharmacists with the South African Pharmacy Council.
Interns will be exposed to a wide range of pharmaceutical functions, from dispensing to patient counseling, cost management, research activities, and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Customer Service
Interns will engage directly with patients and healthcare professionals, offering guidance on medication use, potential side effects, contraindications, and storage. They will also provide information on general health matters such as family planning, immunisation, and disease prevention, while actively contributing to improving internal customer service outcomes.
2. Dispensing Medication
Under professional supervision, interns will:
- Dispense prescriptions (hospital and retail) and capture records accurately.
- Assist in oncology drug preparation and ensure compliance with hospital policies.
- Support the sale and management of Schedule 1 and 2 medicines.
- Participate in the compounding and manufacturing of sterile and non-sterile medicines.
- Handle the re-packing, distribution, and control of Schedule 1 to 6 medicines.
3. Cost Management
Interns will help monitor and reduce hospital drug costs by promoting cost-effective practices such as:
- Generic substitution and cost containment of high-cost medications.
- Managing per diem contracts and ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Assisting with awareness campaigns like Pharmacy Week and Heart Week.
- Supporting Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) management and clinical ward rounds when required.
4. Logistics and Stock Control
Interns will help ensure safe and ethical stock handling, including:
- Acquisition, storage, and dispensing of medication.
- Performing cyclical stock counts and full stock takes.
- Managing designated stock areas and tracking expiry dates.
- Communicating out-of-stock situations and recommending suitable alternatives.
5. Research and Quality Assurance
Interns will take part in monthly pharmaceutical audits and contribute to research by:
- Accessing medical information from reputable databases and journals.
- Staying up to date with new products, treatment regimens, and protocols.
- Ensuring compliance with all SA Pharmacy Council regulations and hospital quality standards.
6. Teamwork and Professional Growth
Interns will actively collaborate with healthcare teams, participate in hospital initiatives, and engage in continuous learning. Netcare encourages professional development, self-assessment, and participation in a positive, inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued.
Internship Requirements
To qualify for the Netcare Pharmacist Internship, applicants should have:
- A Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent qualification.
- Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacy Intern.
- A strong interest in patient care and clinical pharmacy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Good computer literacy and familiarity with MS Office.
How to Apply
If you are ready to join a world-class healthcare institution and take your pharmacy career to the next level, this is your opportunity.
Applicants are required to submit:
- A comprehensive CV.
- Certified copies of academic transcripts and qualifications.
- A certified copy of their South African ID.
- A cover letter detailing their motivation for applying.
To apply, please visit Netcare Milpark Hospital Pharmacist Internship Programme
Closing Date: Not specified (apply as soon as possible).
Conclusion
The Netcare Milpark Hospital Pharmacist Internship Programme 2025/2026 is more than just work experience — it’s a career-defining opportunity to learn, grow, and serve with purpose. This programme empowers young pharmacy professionals to gain essential skills, deepen their clinical knowledge, and become part of a team that’s committed to excellence in patient care.
If you’re passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, take this step toward your professional future with Netcare Milpark Hospital.