Pharmacist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Coastal town

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a Mossel Bay, Western Cape based retail pharmacy to recruit a dedicated Pharmacist. You will dispense medications, counsel patients and support clinical services in a busy community setting.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, accurate record keeping, and adherence to regulatory standards in a coastal town environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with SAPC.
• Experience in community or retail pharmacy.
• Strong knowledge of medicines, uses and interactions.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions accurately and safely.
• Counsel patients on medication use, side effects and adherence.
• Conduct medication reviews and provide clinical advice.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage inventory.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and ethics.
• Promote health services like vaccinations and screenings.

Skills

Dispensing accuracy

Patient counseling

Medication reviews

Record management

Regulatory compliance

Vaccinations

Education

Registered Pharmacist (SAPC)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and community-focused Pharmacist to join their retail pharmacy located in the heart of Mossel Bay, Western Cape . You will be responsible for dispensing medications accurately and safely, providing expert pharmaceutical advice to patients and healthcare providers, and ensuring the smooth operation of the pharmacy. This role is integral to delivering accessible and high-quality healthcare services to the local community. We are looking for a professional who is passionate about patient care and committed to upholding the highest standards of pharmaceutical practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently, verifying dosages and ensuring patient safety.
• Provide patient counseling on medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies.
• Conduct medication reviews and offer clinical advice to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage prescription inventory.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant pharmacy laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Promote health and wellness through services like vaccinations and health screenings.

Requirements

• Registered Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Proven experience as a Pharmacist , preferably in a community or retail setting.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical products, therapeutic uses, and drug interactions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage time efficiently.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional ethics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Medical aid benefits and retirement fund contribution.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Positive and supportive work environment in a beautiful coastal town.
• Employee discounts on pharmacy products.