Post Basic Qualified Assistant - Selgro Centre Pietermaritzburg (New Store)

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional pharmaceutical care, assisting with the sale and preparation of medicines, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Your expertise will play a vital role in enhancing patient care and promoting health within the community. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive, contribute to patient well-being, and grow your career in the pharmaceutical field. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Staff Account

Qualifications

• Must be registered with SAPC and hold a Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification.
• Proficiency in English and a second language is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sale and compounding of medicines according to approved formulas.
• Read, interpret, and prepare prescriptions while ensuring legal compliance.
• Provide patient instructions and maintain customer profiles.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Numerical Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Time Management

Computer Literacy

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification

Registered with SAPC

Tools

Unisolv

SAP

E-Scripting

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Selgro Centre store. Your role will involve providing pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Grade 12 / Matric
2. Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
3. Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Oncology experience
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
• Knowledge of drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances.
2. Assist with the compounding, manipulation, or preparation of non-sterile medicines or scheduled substances according to approved formulas and SOPs.
3. Assist with manufacturing, re-packaging, and distribution of medicines.
4. Assist with the ordering of medicines and scheduled substances up to Schedule 6.
5. Read, interpret, and prepare prescriptions, including labelling and supply.
6. Accurately interpret scripts and act professionally within legal requirements.
7. Capture script details, verify patient details, and ensure accurate picking, packing, and labelling.
8. Provide patient instructions, keep abreast of medical aid procedures, and ensure medications are checked by a pharmacist.
9. Assist and advise patients at the dispensary, self-medication, and front shop.
10. Follow up on script tracking, appointments, and medical aid costs.
11. Process paperwork for medical aid claims, correct errors, and ensure authorization of chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications.
12. Maintain customer profiles, report stock levels, and receive stock according to SOPs.
13. Facilitate stock takes and exercise stock, cash, and asset control.

Competencies:

Essential:

• Proficiency in English and a second language
• Good communication, customer service, attention to detail, numerical skills, problem-solving, teamwork, trustworthiness, time management, and computer literacy.

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations, additional language, and experience with Unisolv, SAP, E-Scripting.
• Knowledge of drug and family planning, and complementary medicine.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Registered with SAPC
• Willing to work retail hours
• Physically fit, able to stand long hours, and possess a valid driver’s license
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary, medical aid, provident fund, staff account

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven't been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.