Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant – Glenfair – Pretoria Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited, Pretoria, Gauteng. Permanent. Closing Date: 19 June 2026. Job Description Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for its Glenfair store. The portfolio includes provision of pharmaceutical care, taking responsibility for patients’ medicine‑related needs, and ensuring these needs are met. 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 SOPs approved by the responsible pharmacist Assist with the manufacturing of a non‑sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and SOPs approved by the responsible pharmacist Assist with re‑packaging of medicine Assist with the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances Assist with ordering of medicine and scheduled substances up to, and including, Schedule 6 according to instructions of a person authorised under the Medicines Act Assist with reading and preparation of prescriptions, including selection, manipulation or compounding, labelling and supply in an appropriate container following pharmacist evaluation Accurately interpret scripts within legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC Capture script details accurately and verify patients’ details in the system Ensure accurate picking, packing, labelling and checking of medication and awareness of common dosages and drug interactions Give accurate instructions to patients regarding correct use of medicine supplied Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and claims requirements Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy and signed by a pharmacist Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self‑medication and front‑shop Follow up with patients regarding script tracking reports and appointments as requested by the dispensary manager Explain medical aid costs to patients Provide health promotion information to individuals Process paperwork necessary for 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 in the system Merge profiles locally and notify UCS for central merge Take note of any message on the customer profile and take suitable action Report low or out‑of‑stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager Receive dispensary stock per Dis‑Chem SOPs and merchandise per 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 and 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 Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is an equal‑opportunity employer. Dis‑Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis‑Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis‑Chem actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant — Retail Pharmacy Care
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pretoria, pretoria
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