Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Linksfield - Johannesburg

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable retail pharmacy is seeking a qualified Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant for their store in Gauteng. The role involves providing pharmaceutical care, assisting with medicine sales, and managing prescriptions. Candidates should have a Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification, be registered with SAPC, and possess strong customer service skills. This position offers a market-related salary along with benefits such as medical aid and provident fund.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff account

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Sound numerical skills and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
• Prepare non-sterile medicines according to SOPs.
• Provide health promotion information to patients.

Skills

English proficiency

Numerical skills

Customer service focus

Problem-solving ability

Teamwork

Education

Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Unisolv

SAP

E-Scripting

MS Office

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Linksfield store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by a pharmacist
• Assist with the manufacturing of non-sterile medicines or scheduled substances according to approved formulas and SOPs
• Assist with re-packaging of medicines
• Assist with the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with ordering medicines and scheduled substances up to Schedule 6, following instructions from authorized persons
• Assist with reading and preparing prescriptions, including selection, manipulation, compounding, labeling, and supply, following a pharmacist’s interpretation
• Interpret scripts accurately and act professionally within legal requirements as per SAPC
• Capture script details accurately and verify patient details
• Ensure accurate picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medication, and be aware of dosages and drug interactions
• Provide correct instructions to patients regarding medicine use
• Stay updated on medical aid procedures and claim requirements
• Ensure medications are checked and signed by a pharmacist
• Assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication, and front-shop
• Follow up on script tracking and appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide health promotion information
• Process paperwork for medical aid claims and correct script errors
• Authorize chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications
• Maintain and merge customer profiles
• Report stock levels and errors, receive stock according to SOPs, and facilitate stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash, and asset control

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and second language proficiency
• Good communication and listening skills
• Customer service focus
• Attention to detail
• Numerical skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Teamwork
• Trustworthiness and honesty
• Time management
• Ability to handle pressure
• Computer literacy in MS Office

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of retail/FMCG
• Third additional language
• Experience with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting
• Knowledge of family planning and complementary medicine

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Registered with SAPC
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Ability to work in controlled temperature, security, limited space, and safety conditions
• Physically fit to stand for long periods
• Valid driver’s license
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

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. We support employment equity and actively encourage applications from people with disabilities.