Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant - Sea Point - Cape Town

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**Overview** This role is for a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant at Dis-Chem Pharmacies' Sea Point store in Cape Town. The position involves performing specified duties within the dispensary under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist, with a primary focus on providing excellent customer service. **What you will do** * Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the dispensary. * Provide excellent customer service. * Conduct 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. * Perform the re-packaging of medicine. * Manage the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances. * Perform 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. * Provide instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied. * Provide 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 medicine 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. * 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. * Follow through on promises made to customers regarding special orders and 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. * Maintain housekeeping 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. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 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. * 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. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant who is registered with the Pharmacy Council and possesses strong communication, listening, and customer service skills. They should be a problem-solver, a team player, and demonstrate conflict management abilities, leading by example with accountability and professional conduct. Essential personal attributes include being trustworthy, honest, having strong time management skills, the ability to adhere to deadlines, deal with pressure, and meticulous attention to detail. Candidates with experience in Unisolv and E-Scripting, retail FMCG experience, or proficiency in a second language other than English would be at an advantage. The role requires someone who is physically fit for standing long hours and has reliable transport, as well as clear credit and criminal records. **Deadline** 6th November, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/post-basic-qualified-pharmacist-assistant-sea-point-cape-town-dis-chem-pharmacies Source: myjobmag

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