Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Midlands

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Overview Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Midlands store. This role involves providing pharmaceutical care, taking responsibility for patients' medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting those needs within the Dis-Chem environment. What you will do * 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 UCS should be notified 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. Requirements (from the original advert) * Grade 12 / Matric * Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification * Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council SAPC * 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 * Willing and able to work retail hours * Physically fit and able to stand for a long period * South African Citizen * Valid driver’s license * Clear credit and criminal records Who should apply The ideal candidate is a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant who is committed to providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care by responsibly managing patients' medicine-related needs. They should possess essential communication, customer service, numerical, problem-solving, and time management skills, along with a strong attention to detail and computer literacy. Candidates with knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations, experience with Unisolv, oncology experience, proficiency in a 3rd additional language, or knowledge/experience in SAP, E-Scripting, drug/family planning, and complementary medicine are particularly desirable. Deadline 13 October 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/post-basic-qualified-pharmacist-assistant-midlands-dis-chem-pharmacies Source: myjobmag

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