Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant - Patient Care & Dispensing

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited; Kuruman; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for the Mokala Mall, Kuruman store. You will be responsible for pharmaceutical care, reading prescriptions, and ensuring safe dispensing under the supervision of a pharmacist.

The role emphasizes accurate stock control, patient counselling, and adherence to the Medicines Act. SAPC registration is mandatory, with experience in retail pharmacy advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualified as Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant as per SA regulations.
• Grade 12/Matric is required for consideration.
• Registered with SAPC is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sale of Schedule 1–5 medicines and scheduled substances.
• Assist with compounding/manipulation/preparation of non-sterile medicines.
• Assist with manufacturing and repackaging of medicines.
• Ensure accurate stock management and dispensing processes.
• Interpret prescriptions accurately under pharmacist supervision.
• Provide patient counselling and information on medication usage.
• Maintain patient profiles and assist with claims submission.
• Support front-shop and dispensary operations.

Skills

English language

2nd language

Customer service

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Team player

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification

Tools

Unisolv

SAP

E-Scripting

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for the Mokala Mall, Kuruman store. You will be responsible for pharmaceutical care, reading prescriptions, and ensuring safe dispensing under the supervision of a pharmacist.

The role emphasizes accurate stock control, patient counselling, and adherence to the Medicines Act. SAPC registration is mandatory, with experience in retail pharmacy advantageous.