Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant – Hazeldean, Pretoria
Location: Hazeldean, Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: Market-Related
Closing Date: 02 April 2025
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited Industry: Pharmaceuticals Category: Dispensary
Job Description:
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their Hazeldean store. The successful candidate will play a key role in pharmaceutical care, ensuring patients receive high-quality service while complying with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) regulations.
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 12 / Matric Basic Pharmacist Assistance Qualification Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) Experience working on Unisolv Computer Literate (MS Office Suite) Strong numerical skills Fluent in English & a second language Willing & able to work retail hours
Advantageous:
Retail / FMCG industry knowledge 3rd Additional Language Experience in SAP & E-Scripting Knowledge of Drug, Family Planning & Complementary Medicine
Key Responsibilities:
1. Dispensing & Medication Management
- Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 & 2 medicines.
- Compound, manipulate, prepare, and manufacture non-sterile medicine under pharmacist supervision.
- Re-package and distribute Schedule 1-5 medicines.
- Order Schedule 6 medicines under an authorized person’s instruction.
- Read prescriptions, select, compound, label & supply medicines according to legal requirements.
- Interpret scripts accurately and verify patient details.
- Ensure proper picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medication.
- Provide patients with correct medication usage instructions.
- Ensure all medications are double-checked by a pharmacist before dispensing.
2. Customer Service & Support
- Assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication, and front-shop.
- Follow up on script tracking reports and patient appointments.
- Explain medical aid costs and assist in claims processing.
- Handle chronic, HIV/AIDS & oncology medication authorization.
- Maintain accurate customer profiles on the system.
- Notify UCS to merge duplicate profiles centrally.
3. Inventory & Stock Control
- Monitor and report low/out-of-stock items.
- Receive dispensary stock following Dis-Chem’s SOPs (First Expired, First Out – FEFO).
- Participate in bi-annual stock takes.
- Exercise strict stock, cash & asset control.
4. Health & Safety Compliance
- Adhere to controlled room temperature regulations.
- Follow security & safety protocols to manage risk stock.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment.
Competencies & Skills Required:
Excellent communication (English & 2nd language) Customer service & patient-focused approach Strong attention to detail & accuracy Numerical & problem-solving skills Ability to work in a high-pressure environment Trustworthy, team player & time management skills Computer literacy (MS Office, Unisolv, SAP, E-Scripting preferred)
Special Conditions of Employment:
Registered with SAPC Willing & able to work retail hours Physically fit – able to stand for extended periods Valid driver’s license Clear credit & criminal record
Remuneration & Benefits:
Market-related salary
Medical Aid
Provident Fund
Staff Account Benefits
How to Apply:
If you meet the qualifications, submit your application before 02 April 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Notice:
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from People with Disabilities and promote Employment Equity & Transformation.
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