Pharmacist Assistant PBQ – Cape Gate Jobs

Pharmacist Assistant PBQ – Cape Gate

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is South Africa’s leading pharmaceutical retailer. Founded in 1978 as a small pharmacy in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg, it is still privately owned by the original founders. The company has been rated as the country’s top pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review.

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Matric
Experience: Not specified
Location: Western Cape, Cape Town
Job Field: Pharmaceutical

Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a qualified Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant for the Cape Gate store. In this role, you will help provide pharmaceutical care by addressing patients’ medicine needs and ensuring these are met responsibly.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Experience working with Unisolv
• Computer literate, including MS Office
• Good numerical skills
• Strong command of English and a second language
• Willing to work retail hours

Advantageous

• Knowledge of retail or FMCG operations
• A third additional language
• Knowledge or experience with SAP and E-Scripting
• Understanding of drugs, family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help sell Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Assist with compounding, preparing, or manufacturing non-sterile medicines according to approved formulas and procedures under a pharmacist’s guidance.
• Support re-packaging of medicines.
• Manage distribution and control of stock for Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or substances.
• Order medicines up to Schedule 6 as instructed by authorized persons.
• Read and prepare prescriptions, select and compound medicines, label and supply them after a pharmacist’s review.
• Interpret scripts accurately and act professionally within SAPC guidelines.
• Enter script details correctly and verify patient information on the system.
• Pick, pack, label, and check medications accurately, knowing common dosages and key drug interactions.
• Give clear instructions to patients on medicine use.
• Stay updated on medical aid procedures for claims and dispensing.
• Ensure all medications are verified and signed by a pharmacist.
• Advise and help patients at the dispensary, self-medication area, and front shop.
• Follow up on script tracking and patient appointments as needed.
• Explain medical aid costs to patients.
• Share health information to promote well-being.
• Handle paperwork for medical aid claims accurately.
• Fix errors on rejected scripts.
• Secure authorization for chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications.
• Maintain and update customer profiles on the system.
• Merge profiles locally and notify for central merging.
• Address any notes or messages on customer profiles.
• Report low stock or errors to the dispensary manager.
• Receive and merchandise stock following Dis-Chem’s procedures and FEFO (First Expired, First Out).
• Support bi-annual stock takes.
• Control stock, cash, and assets.

Competencies

Essential:

• Read, write, and speak English and a second language
• Good communication and listening skills
• Customer service focus
• Strong attention to detail
• Sound numerical skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Team player
• Trustworthy and honest
• Good time management
• Able to handle pressure
• Computer literate, including MS Office

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of retail or FMCG operations
• A third additional language
• Knowledge or experience with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting
• Understanding of drugs, family planning, and complementary medicine

Special Conditions of Employment

• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
• Willingness to work retail hours
• Work in a controlled environment with security, limited space, and health/safety risks
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
• Valid driver’s license
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits

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

Closing Date: 22 December 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ careers portal.

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