DisChem Vacancies – Pharmacist Assistant – Blue Route

Job Overview:
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a dedicated and qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join our Blueroute store. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality pharmaceutical care, ensuring patients’ medication-related needs are met with accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pharmaceutical Support:
  • Assist in the sale, compounding, and preparation of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines, as well as non-sterile medications, following approved formulas and procedures.
  • Support the distribution and control of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines, and assist with the ordering of Schedule 6 substances under authorized instructions.
• Prescription Management:
  • Accurately interpret, prepare, and process prescriptions, ensuring correct selection, labeling, and supply of medications.
  • Capture and verify prescription details on the system, ensuring accurate picking, packing, and checking of medication.
  • Provide patients with clear and precise instructions on the correct use of their medication.
• Patient Care:
  • Offer advice and assistance to patients at the dispensary, self-medication, and front-shop areas.
  • Explain medical aid costs and assist with the processing of claims and paperwork.
  • Maintain and manage patient profiles on the system, ensuring all necessary actions are taken.
• Stock Management:
  • Monitor stock levels, report low stock and errors to the dispensary manager, and assist with stock control.
  • Receive, manage, and merchandise stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs and FEFO principles.
  • Participate in bi-annual stock takes and ensure proper control of stock, cash, and assets.

Minimum Requirements:

• Essential:
  • Grade 12 / Matric.
  • Pharmacist Assistant qualification.
  • Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • Experience with Unisolv.
  • Computer literacy (MS Office).
  • Strong numerical skills.
  • Proficiency in English and a second language.
  • Willingness to work retail hours.
• Advantageous:
  • Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations.
  • Proficiency in a third language.
  • Experience with SAP and E-Scripting.
  • Knowledge of drug and family planning, and complementary medicine.

Competencies:

• Essential:
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong attention to detail and a focus on customer service.
  • Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Trustworthy, honest, and capable of managing time effectively.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
• Advantageous:
  • Familiarity with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting.
  • Knowledge of drug and family planning, and complementary medicine.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council.
• Willingness to work retail hours.
• Ability to work in a controlled environment with adherence to health and safety protocols.
• Physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary.
• Medical aid.
• Provident fund.
• Staff account benefits.

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