Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant (PBQ) - Parkmeadows

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

Job summary

The Local Choice Pharmacy at Parkmeadows is seeking a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant to work under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist in the dispensary. You will provide excellent customer service and support daily dispensing activities.

Key responsibilities include assisting with the sale of Schedule 1 and 2 medicines, assisting with compounding and labeling, stock control, scripting interpretation, and ensuring accuracy of prescriptions.

Qualifications

• Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification required.
• Grade 12 with at least 50% average in Mathematics/Life Science or Physical Science.
• Computer and numerical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under direct supervision in dispensing and patient care.
• Sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
• Assist with compounding, labeling and preparation per SOP.
• Stock control and FIFO merchandising.
• Capture patient details accurately and verify information.
• Provide health information and patient instructions.
• Maintain patient profiles and assist with medical aid queries.
• Ensure accuracy of prescriptions and assist in claims processing.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Team player

Professional conduct

Attention to detail

Education

Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification

Grade 12 with 50% average (Maths/Life Science/Physical Science)

Tools

Unisolv

E-Scripting

Job description

The Local Choice Pharmacy require a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Parkmeadows store. Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the dispensary. To provide excellent customer service.

Essential:

• Grade 12 Mathematics (HG), Life Science and or Physical Science obtain at least an average of 50%
• Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification
• Computer, numerical skills

Advantageous:

• Unisolv, and E-Scripting

Job Description:

• A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant (post-basic) may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:
  • The sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
  • Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
  • The re-packaging of medicine
  • The distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
  • 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
  • The provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied; and
  • the provision of information to individuals in order to promote health
• Learn to accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council
• Capture patient details accurately and verify patient's details
• Ensure accurate picking, packing and labelling of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
• Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicines supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure that all medication is checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist
• Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 medicines
• Assist the re-packaging of medicine
• To achieve minimum requirements to comply with MAPL
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front shop within the scope of practice
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• To follow through on promises made to customers regarding special orders and to follow medical aid queries
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
• Maintain customer profiles on the system
• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action
• Report on low or out of stock levels and stock errors to the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with scheduled stock takes
• Exercise stock and asset control
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the standard operating procedures set out by the company and merchandise according to FIFO
• Housekeeping must be in accordance with The Local Choice Corporate Stores standards
• Adhere to The Local Choice Corporate Stores Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations
• Adhere to The Local Choice Corporate Stores Uniform and personal appearance policy
• Adhere to GPP standards
• Assist in maintaining annual pharmacy declaration and CPD requirements
• Sign up Loyalty Cards and link with the patient profile
• Assist with Health Windows in ensuring it's attended correctly
• Assist with Blister packing in ensuring it's executed correctly

Competencies:

Essential:

• Good communication and listening skills
• Focus on customer service
• Problem solving skills
• Team player
• Conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management, adherence to deadlines, dealing with pressure
• Attention to detail

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG experience
• 2nd Language other than English

Special conditions of employment:

• Registered with Pharmacy Council
• Physically Fit – standing for long hours
• Driver's license/ Reliable transport
• South African citizen or valid work permit
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary