Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Valley Hyper - Nelspruit

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting with the sale and preparation of medications, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and providing exceptional service to patients. Ideal candidates will have a strong command of English, numerical skills, and experience with pharmacy software. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council.
• Experience in retail pharmacy operations and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sale and preparation of medicines under pharmacist supervision.
• Provide patient advice and ensure accurate prescription processing.

Skills

Numerical Skills

English Language

Additional Language Skills

Experience with Unisolv

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Registered with SAPC

Tools

Unisolv

SAP

E-Scripting

Job description

Job title : Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Valley Hyper - Nelspruit

Minimum Requirements :

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Experience with Unisolv
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of English and at least one additional language
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous :

• Knowledge of Retail / FMCG operations
• Additional language skills (3rd language)
• Knowledge of SAP and E-Scripting
• Knowledge of drug 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 compounding, manipulation, or preparation of non-sterile medicines according to formulas and SOPs approved by a pharmacist
3. Assist with manufacturing of non-sterile medicines according to formulas and SOPs approved by a pharmacist
4. Re-package medicines as needed
5. Assist with stock control and distribution of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines
6. Assist with ordering medicines and scheduled substances up to Schedule 6, under instruction from authorized personnel
7. Assist with reading and preparing prescriptions, including selection, manipulation, compounding, labeling, and supply of medicines following a pharmacist’s evaluation
8. Interpret prescriptions accurately and act responsibly within legal requirements (SAPC guidelines)
9. Capture prescription details accurately and verify patient information
10. Ensure correct picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medications, understanding common dosages and drug interactions
11. Provide patients with correct instructions for medication use
12. Stay updated on medical aid procedures and claim requirements
13. Ensure all medications are checked and signed by a pharmacist
14. Assist and advise patients in the dispensary, including self-medication and front-shop services
15. Follow up on script tracking and appointments as directed by management
16. Explain medical aid costs to patients
17. Provide health promotion information to individuals
18. Process paperwork for medical aid claims and correct rejected scripts
19. Ensure authorization for chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications
20. Maintain and update customer profiles, including merging profiles when necessary
21. Respond to messages on customer profiles appropriately
22. Report stock levels, errors, and shortages to the dispensary manager
23. Receive and merchandise stock according to SOPs and FEFO principles