Post Basic Qualiifed Pharmacist Assistant

Job title: Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant – Farramere – Benoni Job location: Gauteng, Benoni Deadline: December 06, 2025 Job Description Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Farramere 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 qualification Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) Working experience on Unisolv Computer literate – MS Office Sound numerical skills Strong command of the English language and a second language Willing and able to work retail hours Advantageous Knowledge of Retail / FMCG operations 3rd Additional Language Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E‑Scripting Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine Duties and Responsibilities Assist with the 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 with re‑packaging of medicine Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances Assist with the 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 notifies UCS 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 Competencies – Advantageous Knowledge of Retail / FMCG operations 3rd Additional Language Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E‑Scripting Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine Special Conditions of Employment Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council Willing and able to work retail hours Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock Physically fit and able to stand for a long period Valid driver’s license Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and Benefits Market‑related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account Closing Date 06 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr