Pharmacist Assistant: Dispensing & Patient Care

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant (Fixed Term) for its Gateway store to deliver pharmaceutical care and ensure medicines meet patient needs. The role requires SAPC registration, a Grade 12, and a Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification, with advantageous experience in retail, Unisolv, and oncology.

You will assist with dispensing, stock control, patient counselling, and paperwork for medical aids, while upholding Dis-Chem SOPs and quality

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification and SAPC registration are mandatory.
• Experience with retail pharmacy operations and Unisolv is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sale and dispensing of Schedule 1–5 medicines under supervision.
• Assist compounding and preparation of non-sterile medicines per SOPs.
• Stock control, ordering, and accurate labeling of medications.
• Read, interpret and verify prescriptions; ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Counsel patients on medicine use and medical aid procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification

SAPC registration

Tools

Unisolv

SAP

E-Scripting

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant (Fixed Term) for its Gateway store to deliver pharmaceutical care and ensure medicines meet patient needs. The role requires SAPC registration, a Grade 12, and a Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification, with advantageous experience in retail, Unisolv, and oncology.

You will assist with dispensing, stock control, patient counselling, and paperwork for medical aids, while upholding Dis-Chem SOPs and quality