Job Overview:

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a skilled and reputable Pharmacist to join our team at the Plettenberg Bay store. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care, ensuring that patients’ medicine-related needs are fully met and managed with the utmost care and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care by evaluating and addressing patients’ medicine-related needs, ensuring safe and effective therapy.
• Dispense prescribed medications and scheduled substances while adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Review and verify prescriptions prepared by assistants or interns, accepting full accountability for their accuracy.
• Offer guidance and advice to patients regarding the proper use of medications.
• Monitor patient adherence to prescribed therapies, conducting follow-ups to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Perform pharmacist-initiated therapy and oversee the compounding, preparation, and packaging of medications.
• Manage the procurement, storage, and distribution of medications, ensuring compliance with the Medicines Act and Pharmacy Act.
• Accurately process and capture prescription details in the system, maintaining up-to-date patient profiles.
• Handle medical aid claims, ensuring accurate submissions and resolving any discrepancies.
• Assist patients with inquiries at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front shop.
• Manage stock levels, report discrepancies, and participate in regular stock takes.
• Ensure compliance with Dis-Chem’s policies, procedures, and Health and Safety standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: BPharm or equivalent qualification
• Certification: Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Experience:
  • 2-3 years of pharmaceutical experience
  • 2-3 years of retail pharmacy experience (including internship)
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Strong communication skills, both in English and a second language
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to lead, train, and manage a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a retail/FMCG environment
• Knowledge of SAP and E-scripting systems
• Registered tutor with experience in Unisolv

Special Conditions:

• Willingness to work retail hours
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport
• Clear credit and criminal record

Compensation and Benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Monthly and annual performance bonuses
• Medical aid and provident fund
• Staff discount account