Pharmacist – Intern – Eikestad – Stellenbosch Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

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Job summary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is offering a Pharmacist Intern position at the Eikestad store in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The internship aims to equip learners with the principles of pharmaceutical practice and lifelong learning under supervision.

Requirements include Grade 12, a BPharm (4 year) degree, and computer literacy (MS Office). Advantageous: degree-related work, and English with a second language. Duties include assisting with dispensing and patient care, stock control, and SOP adherence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• BPharm – 4 year degree.
• Computer literate – MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Intern will provide or perform all services or acts pertaining to the scope of practice under direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Assist with dispensing, labeling and preparation of medicines.
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary and front-shop.
• Keep patient records accurate and up to date.

Skills

English and second language

Education

BPharm – 4 year

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pharmacist – Intern – Eikestad – Stellenbosch
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Contract
Closing Date 15 October 2026

Job Details

Division
Dispensary Category
Business Unit
Pharmacy
Minimum experience
Entry Level
Company primary industry
Pharmaceuticals
Job functional area
Other

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Pharmacist Intern for their Eikestad store. The purpose of this Internship is to equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and promoting the notion of quality lifelong learning.The provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patients medicine related needs and being accountable for meeting these needs.To provide excellent customer service

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

Grade 12 / Matric
BPharm – 4 year
Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous:

Work during degree – holiday work
Unisolve and E-Scripting.

Function and Duties:

Pharmacist intern may provide or perform all the services or acts pertaining to the scope of practice of a pharmacist’s assistant registered in the category pharmacist’s assistant (post-basic) under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy.
the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances;
assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist;
assist with the manufacturing of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist;
the re-packaging of medicine;
the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 6 medicines or scheduled substances;
the ordering of medicine and scheduled substances up to and including Schedule 6 according to an instruction of a person authorised in terms of the Medicines Act to purchase or obtain such medicine or scheduled substance;
the reading and preparation of a prescription, the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine, the labelling and supply of the medicine in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist;
the provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied; and
the provision of information to individuals in order to promote health.
Pharmacist intern may, for the purposes of education and training, provide or perform all of the services or acts pertaining, to the scope of practice of a pharmacist under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy
Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Counsel.
Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system.
Ensure accurate picking / packing / labeling off medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied.
Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
Ensure that all prescriptions entered, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop.
Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager.
Explain all medical aid cost to patients, including difference between medical aid and cash / shelf price, if applicable.
Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids.
Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid.
Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
Maintain customer profiles on the system.
Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action.
Report on low – / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
Assist with scheduled stock takes.
Exercise stock and asset control.
Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.
Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Adhere to Dis-Chem Uniform and personal appearance policy.

Competencies:

Essential:

English and second language – Read, write and speak
Application of knowledge gained as per university B.Pharm curriculum
Good communication skills, listening skills
Customer service/focus
Conflict management
Strong attention to detail
Sound numerical skills
Problem-solving
Team player
Trustworthy and honest
Time management and adherence to deadline
Able to deal with pressure
Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous:

Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
3rd Additional Language
Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Special conditions of employment:

Willing and able to work retail hours
Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock
Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
Registered with Pharmacy Council – South African or valid work permit
Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

Market-related salary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.