Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Norwood

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable pharmacy in Gauteng is seeking a Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant to provide pharmaceutical care and manage patients' medicine needs. The role involves assisting in the sale of medicines, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates must have a Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification and be registered with SAPC. This position offers a market-related salary and benefits, including medical aid.

Benefits

Market-related salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification required.
• Willingness to work retail hours and physically fit.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sale and preparation of Schedule 1 and 2 medicines.
• Order medicines according to legal requirements.
• Accurately capture and verify script details.
• Maintain stock levels and perform stock takes.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Strong numerical skills

Good communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification

Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council

Tools

Unisolv

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Norwood store. Your role will involve providing pharmaceutical care by managing patients' 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)
• Experience with Unisolv
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Strong numerical skills
• Proficiency in English and a second language
• Willingness to work retail hours

Advantages:

• Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations
• Additional language skills (3rd language)
• Experience with SAP and E-Scripting
• Knowledge of drug family planning and complementary medicine

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale and preparation of Schedule 1 and 2 medicines
• Assist in compounding and manufacturing non-sterile medicines
• Re-package medicines and manage stock control
• Order medicines according to legal requirements
• Interpret prescriptions and prepare medicines accordingly
• Accurately capture and verify script details
• Ensure correct dispensing and provide patient instructions
• Update and maintain patient and medical aid information
• Ensure medication accuracy and compliance with legal standards
• Assist patients in the dispensary and front-shop
• Follow up on prescriptions and medical aid claims
• Maintain stock levels and perform stock takes

Competencies:

Essential:

• Proficiency in English and a second language
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Attention to detail and numerical skills
• Problem-solving and teamwork
• Trustworthiness and honesty
• Time management and ability to work under pressure
• Computer literacy

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of retail operations, additional languages, and pharmacy software

Employment Conditions:

• Registration with SAPC
• Availability for retail hours
• Physically fit and able 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

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven't heard within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. Dis-Chem is an equal opportunity employer and supports employment equity and diversity, including the recruitment of people with disabilities.