DisChem Vacancies – Pharmacist

Job Overview:
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join our Whiteriver store. As a key member of our pharmacy team, you will be responsible for providing top-notch pharmaceutical care, ensuring that patients’ medicine-related needs are met with precision and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pharmaceutical Care:
  • Assist in evaluating patients’ medicine-related needs by determining the indication, safety, and effectiveness of therapy.
  • Support the dispensing of medicines or scheduled substances under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
  • Accurately interpret and process prescriptions, ensuring correct selection, labeling, and supply of medications.
  • Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of their medications.
  • Stay informed of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
• Prescription Management:
  • Capture and verify patient details on the system, ensuring the accurate picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medications.
  • Assist with the processing of all necessary paperwork for accurate submission of claims to medical aids.
  • Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid and ensure authorization of chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications.
• Customer Service:
  • Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front-shop areas.
  • Explain medical aid costs to patients and follow up on script tracking and appointments as needed.
  • Maintain and manage patient profiles on the system, ensuring any necessary actions are taken.
• Stock and Asset Control:
  • Report low or out-of-stock levels and stock errors to the Dispensary Manager.
  • Assist in the facilitation of bi-annual stock takes and ensure proper control of stock, cash, and assets.
  • Ensure all stock control processes are adhered to and that all registers are kept up to date according to legislation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Essential:
  • Grade 12 / Matric.
  • Pharmacist Assistant qualification.
  • Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • 2-3 years of experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
  • Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Advantageous:
  • Relevant experience in Retail/FMCG.
  • Proficiency in a third language.
  • Experience with SAP, E-scripting, and Unisolv.
  • Registered tutor.

Competencies:

• Essential:
  • Strong command of English and a second language (verbal and written).
  • Excellent communication and listening skills.
  • Knowledge of basic dosing and important drug interactions.
  • Customer service-oriented with a focus on problem-solving.
  • Experience in supervising and training staff.
  • Strong attention to detail and numerical skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.
  • Team player, trustworthy, and honest.

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 and reliable transport.
• South African citizenship with clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary.
• Monthly and annual performance-based pay.
• Medical aid.
• Provident fund.
• Staff account benefits.

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