Pharmacist Assistant Basic Qualified - Mokala Mall, Kuruman

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**Overview** This role is for a Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant at Dis-Chem Pharmacies, located in Mokala Mall, Kuruman. The primary purpose of this position is to provide the incumbent with an understanding of the fundamental principles across all significant areas within the pharmaceutical environment, while also encouraging a commitment to continuous quality lifelong learning. **What you will do** * Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 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 the re-packaging of medicine. * Assist in the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances. * 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 the patient’s details on the system. * Ensure accurate picking/packing/labeling and checking 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 medications are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist. * Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front-shop. * Follow up with patients regarding script tracking reports as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments. * Explain all medical aid costs to patients. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 / Matric. * Life Science and/or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50%. * Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification. * Ability to work under pressure. * English and a second language proficiency (read, write, and speak). * Deadline driven. * South African citizen. * MIE, clear criminal and credit record. * Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a qualified South African citizen who holds a Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification, has completed Grade 12/Matric with at least 50% in Life Science and/or Physical Science, and is proficient in English and at least one other language. The ideal candidate should be able to work under pressure, be deadline-driven, and have a clear criminal and credit record. Possession of a driver’s license or reliable transport is also required. **Deadline** 26 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/pharmacist-assistant-basic-qualified-mokala-mall-kuruman-dis-chem-pharmacies Source: myjobmag

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