Dischem Learnership 2023 – Pharmacist Assistant

Job Description:

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Nicolway store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient’s medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• 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
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ details on the system
• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Assist with the reading and preparation of a prescription’ the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine; the labelling and supply of the medicine, in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Ensure accurate picking /packing/labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
• Take note of any message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Ensure authorisation of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Maintain customer profiles on the system
• Assist with re-packaging of medicine
• 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
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist

Job Requirements:

• Computer literate – MS Office
• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Good communication skills, listening
• Problem-solving
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine
• Time management
• 3rd Additional Language
• Trustworthy and honest

Qualification & Experience:

• Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification

Job Details:

Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Vacancy Type: Temporary

Job Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline: N/A

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