Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant Job Opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Dis-Chem Pharmacies, a prominent leader in the pharmaceutical retail industry, is seeking a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their team at the Leaping Frog store in Sandton, Johannesburg. This full-time, permanent position is a vital role that focuses on providing pharmaceutical care, ensuring that patient needs are met with the highest standard of professionalism and accountability.

About the Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant Role

The chosen candidate will support the pharmacy team by assisting in the preparation, dispensing, and sale of medicines, ensuring compliance with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) regulations. This Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail environment while contributing to customer health and wellness.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A Grade 12/Matric qualification.
• Possession of a Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification.
• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Experience with Unisolv and proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong command of English and a second language.
• Sound numerical skills.
• Willingness and ability to work retail hours.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Applicants with the following additional skills and knowledge will have an advantage:

• Familiarity with Retail/FMCG operations.
• Proficiency in SAP, E-Scripting, and understanding of drug and family planning.
• Knowledge of complementary medicine.
• Command of a third additional language.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be entrusted with a variety of important duties, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
• Preparing, compounding, and repackaging non-sterile medicines as per approved formulas.
• Supporting the distribution and stock control of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines.
• Ensuring the accuracy of prescriptions and dispensing medications appropriately.
• Providing health advice and promoting wellness to customers.
• Managing medical aid claims, authorizing chronic and oncology medication, and correcting errors on rejected claims.
• Maintaining customer profiles, merging them centrally where required, and monitoring messages on profiles for suitable action.
• Participating in stock-taking activities and ensuring inventory is correctly ordered and stocked according to First Expiry, First Out (FEFO) principles.
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety standards within the dispensary.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will exhibit the following essential competencies:

• Communication Skills: Strong command of English and a second language, with the ability to explain medical costs and instructions effectively.
• Customer Service: A customer-focused approach with good listening and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in relevant software and systems like Unisolv, SAP, and MS Office.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in dispensing, labelling, and record-keeping.
• Teamwork: Collaborative and supportive, with the ability to work under pressure.

Additional advantageous competencies include:

• Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations.
• Experience in handling complementary and family planning medicines.
• Command of a third additional language.

Special Conditions of Employment

Candidates must:

• Be registered with the SAPC.
• Be physically fit to stand for extended periods.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Have clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration and Benefits

Dis-Chem offers a market-related salary with benefits including:

• Medical aid.
• Provident fund.
• Staff account.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is committed to creating a workplace that reflects its dedication to transformation and equity. Applications from individuals with disabilities are encouraged in line with the company’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply before the closing date of 16 January 2025. Successful applicants will be contacted within two weeks after the deadline. If no response is received, applicants may consider their application unsuccessful.

Apply Now!