Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Mokala Mall, Kuruman

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 the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Mokala Mall, Kuruman 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 qualific80054690ation
• 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
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist withthe 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 the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with the manufacturing of a non-sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• Assist withre-packaging of medicine
• Assist withthe distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist withthe 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
• Assist with 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
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ details on the system
• Ensure accurate picking /packing/labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication, and front-shop
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorisation of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
• Maintain customer profiles on the system
• Merge profiles locally and UCS should be notified to merge profiles centrally
• Take note of any message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control

Competencies

Essential

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• Strong attention to detail
• Sound numerical skills
• Problem-solving
• Team player
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management
• Able to deal with pressure
• Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language