Pharmacist - Carlswald Midrand

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is actively recruiting for a Pharmacist - Carlswald position in Midrand. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Pharmaceutical sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 2 - 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Pharmaceutical• Location Preference: in Midrand

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-The Pharmacist - Carlswald position is an important role within the Pharmaceutical sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-At the 2-3 year mark in Pharmaceutical, you can leverage your foundational knowledge to take on more complex responsibilities and leadership opportunities.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Pharmacist - Carlswald position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 2 - 3 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Pharmaceutical field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Pharmaceutical sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Pharmacist - Carlswald Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Salary: Market Related

Job Type: Permanent

Sectors: Retail Sales

Reference: 206548

Vacancy Details

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacist for our Carlswald Store in Gauteg. In this role, you will be entrusted with dispensing medications, offering pharmaceutical guidance to patients and healthcare professionals, and ensuring the safe and effective use of prescription drugs.

Minimum Requirements: Essential: Grade 12 / Matric BPharm / equivalent qualification Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) Minimum 2-3 years' experience in pharmaceuticals 2-3 years retail pharmacy experience Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous: Relevant retail/ FMCG experience Third additional language SAP experience E-scripting experience Registered tutor Unisolv experience

Duties and Responsibilities

Dispensing of Medication: Dispensing medications under direct pharmacist supervision. Accurately interpret prescriptions and ensure compliance with legal requirements set by the South African Pharmaceutical Council. Capture and verify patient details accurately. Ensure precise picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medications, understanding common dosages and important drug interactions. Provide precise instructions to patients on the correct use of their medication. Stay informed on changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.

Customer Service: Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front-shop. Follow up on script tracking reports as requested by the dispensary manager and schedule follow-up appointments. Explain all medical aid costs to patients.

Administration: Process paperwork for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids. Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid. Authorize chronic, HIV and AIDS, and oncology medication. Maintain customer profiles on the system. Merge profiles locally, notifying Vexall to merge profiles centrally. Address any messages on customer profiles and take appropriate action.

Stock Control: Report low or out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager. Facilitate bi-annual stock takes. Exercise control over stock, cash, and assets.

Competencies: Comprehensive knowledge of medicines, including common dosing regimes, interactions, and counseling for effective treatment outcomes. Understanding of retail pharmacy operations. Critical thinking abilities. Excellent communication skills to guide patients on medication usage and side effects. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse community members. Proficient in English and a second language, capable of reading, writing, and speaking. Find solutions to potential issues and know when and how to escalate problems. Act as a role model, emphasizing high standards and quality. Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Proficient in computer, numerical skills, and experience with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting.

Special Conditions of Employment: Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council Willing and able to work retail hours Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock Physically fit, able to stand for long periods Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport South African citizen Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits: Market-related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.