Dispensary Support Opportunity at Dis-Chem Glenfair

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Glenfair in Pretoria is seeking a Dispensary Support staff member on a fixed-term contract. This role is designed for learners aiming to complete the learner basic pharmacist assistant course, offering hands-on experience in a professional pharmaceutical environment. Permanent employment is offered upon successful registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a basic pharmacist assistant.

Role Overview
The Dispensary Support position provides practical training in pharmacy operations, dispensing, and patient care. You will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, learning the core skills required to assist with medication preparation, dispensing, and customer support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 medicines under pharmacist supervision.
• Support the compounding, manipulation, or preparation of non-sterile medicines according to approved formulas and SOPs.
• Help with unpacking, merchandising, and cleaning dispensary and OTC shelves.
• Accurately interpret prescriptions and ensure adherence to legal requirements.
• Pick, pack, label, and verify medications, while being aware of dosages and potential drug interactions.
• Assist in stock control, including checking expiry dates and organizing shelves.
• Follow up with patients on prescription tracking and appointments as requested.
• Handle patient service calls and provide information to promote health awareness.
• Support authorization processes for chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications.
• Report low or out-of-stock items and stock discrepancies to the dispensary manager.
• Receive and process dispensary stock in line with company SOPs.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics 50% and Life Science or Physical Science at an average of 50%.
• Completion of a proficiency test qualifying you to register as a learner basic pharmacist assistant.

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Fluent in English and a second language.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Professional conduct, trustworthiness, and accountability.
• Teamwork, conflict management, and leadership by example.
• Basic computer and numerical skills.

Advantageous Skills

• Retail or Dis-Chem front shop experience.
• Knowledge of drug, family planning, and complementary medicine.
• Experience with Unisolv, SAP, and e-scripting systems.

Special Conditions

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Successful completion of proficiency test for SAPC registration.
• Clear criminal and credit record required.

Remuneration

• Market-related salary.

How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply via the Dis-Chem careers portal:
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This role is ideal for entry-level candidates who want to gain pharmaceutical experience while completing formal training. Dis-Chem provides a structured environment to develop professional skills and advance towards permanent employment as a registered basic pharmacist assistant.