Pharmacist – Unicare Bellville

Clicks Group Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Clicks Group, via Unicare 24 Hour Pharmacy in Bellville, seeks a dedicated Blister Pharmacist to lead blister packaging services, ensure safe dispensing, manage drug interactions, and supervise staff.

The role requires a BPharm, minimum 2 years post-Community Service, and proficiency with Unisolv/LEAP; Mediblist is advantageous. You will coordinate with the Dispensary Manager and ensure SAPC compliance while serving retirement villages and private clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degree and registration with SAPC.
• At least 2 years’ experience after Community Service.
• Experience with Unisolv and LEAP is essential; Mediblist is advantageous.
• Blister packaging experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of pharmaceutical care and safe dispensing per SAPC guidelines.
• Review prescriptions for interactions and contact prescribers when needed.
• Coordinate blister-packed meds for retirement villages and private patients.
• Ensure blister packs are accurate, signed off, and dispatched timely.
• Support blister staff and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

SAPC regulations

Drug interactions

Patient counselling

Communication

Teamwork

Integrity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)

Tools

Unisolv

LEAP

Mediblist

Job description

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Unicare is seeking to appoint a dedicated and detail-oriented Blister Pharmacist who is passionate about patient care, customer service, and medication safety. The successful candidate will be based at Unicare 24 Hour Pharmacy, Bellville, reporting directly to the Dispensary Manager. This role requires a strong focus on drug interaction management, safe dispensing practices, and the efficient coordination of blister packaging services to retirement villages and private clients.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Providing high standards of pharmaceutical care, ensuring accurate and safe dispensing in line with SAPC regulations and Good Pharmacy Practice.
• Performing generic substitution where applicable and ensuring all dispensing is within legal scope of practice.
• Managing all operational activities within the blister centre, including:
  • Reviewing prescriptions from multiple doctors to ensure no drug interactions.
  • Proactively contacting prescribers to resolve interaction concerns, prioritizing patient safety at all times.
  • Preparing and coordinating blister-packed medication for retirement villages and private patients.
• Ensuring all blister packs are:
  • Packed accurately and checked thoroughly.
  • Signed off according to compliance requirements.
• Maintaining strict adherence to SAPC rules and internal SOPs.
• Ensuring timely preparation and dispatch of blister packs to meet critical delivery schedules.
• Providing leadership and support to blister staff, including training, motivation, and maintaining a positive working environment.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with retirement villages and private clients, including engaging new facilities to grow the service offering.
• Supporting integration and collaboration with the dispensary team, ensuring effective communication between:
  • Dispensary Manager
  • QPB Supervisors
• Assisting with operational support when staff shortages occur (e.g., illness or leave).
• Promoting and upholding the Unicare vision and values, ensuring the highest level ofcustomer service.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience post Community Service
• Experience with:
  • Unisolv and LEAP systems (essential)
  • Mediblist (advantageous)
• Blister packaging experience (minimum 1 year preferred)

Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of SAPC regulations and legal compliance
• Strong understanding of drug interactions and patient safety
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, especially when engaging with doctors, client and retirement villages
• Ability to provide effective patient counselling
• High level of integrity and ethical practice
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in medication prepacking
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Working with People
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations