Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: The Glen, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Contract / Fixed Term
Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Retail
Experience Level: Entry Level
Functional Area: Dispensary / Pharmaceutical Services
Closing Date: 08 November 2025
Date Posted: 09 October 2025
About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is a leading South African retail pharmacy chain known for providing top-quality healthcare, wellness, and pharmaceutical services. With a strong focus on patient care, professional growth, and operational excellence, Dis-Chem continues to expand, creating career opportunities for pharmacy learners and dispensary staff.
The Dispensary Support role at The Glen offers an excellent opportunity for individuals aspiring to qualify as a Basic Pharmacist Assistant while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. This position supports learners aiming to register with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Position Overview
The Dispensary Support role is designed to provide structured learning and on-the-job experience for candidates completing the Learner Basic Pharmacist Assistant course. Staff are employed on a fixed-term contract until registered with the SAPC. Once qualified as a Basic Pharmacist Assistant, permanent employment opportunities are offered.
This role is ideal for candidates eager to develop a long-term career in pharmacy and retail healthcare.
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
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Grade 12 / Matric certificate or Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics (50%) and Life Science or Physical Science with an average of 50% or higher.
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Completion of a proficiency test allowing application for SAPC registration as a Learner Basic Pharmacist Assistant.
Advantageous:
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Retail/FMCG experience, preferably Dis-Chem front shop experience.
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Knowledge of drug, family planning, and complementary medicine.
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Computer literacy, numerical skills, and familiarity with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting.
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Proficiency in a third additional language.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 medicines or scheduled substances under pharmacist supervision.
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Support compounding, manipulation, or preparation of non-sterile medicines according to approved formulas and SOPs.
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Assist with unpacking, merchandising, and cleaning dispensary and OTC shelves.
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Learn to interpret prescriptions accurately and work within SAPC legal requirements.
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Ensure medication picking, packing, labelling, and checking follow pharmacist approval.
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Support stock control, including cleanliness, shelf organisation, expiry tracking, and reporting low or out-of-stock items.
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Assist with patient follow-ups, call centre queries, and service telephone calls.
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Provide health information and guidance to customers.
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Assist with medical aid chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology authorization processes.
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Receive and process dispensary stock according to company SOPs.
Core Competencies
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Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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High level of attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
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Professional, trustworthy, accountable, and team-oriented.
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Competent in computer systems and pharmacy software.
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Proficient in English and a second language.
Special Conditions of Employment
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Must complete proficiency test to register with the Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
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South African citizen with a clear criminal and credit record.
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Committed to ethical conduct, reliability, and professional development.
Remuneration and Benefits
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Market-related salary.
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Exposure to pharmacy operations and dispensary learning.
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Opportunity for career progression once SAPC registration is achieved.
Important Notice
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, actively supporting People with Disabilities. Recruitment aligns with Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy and approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through the official Dis-Chem Careers portal:
👉 Apply Here
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