Pharmacist - Sitari Fields - Somerset Wes - Western Cape Somerset West

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is actively recruiting for a Pharmacist - Sitari Fields - Somerset Wes - Western Cape position in Somerset West. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 2 - 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Somerset West

Healthcare professionals including Pharmacist - Sitari Fields - Somerset Wes - Western Cape are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.

At the 2-3 year mark in Medical / Healthcare, you can leverage your foundational knowledge to take on more complex responsibilities and leadership opportunities.

When applying for this Pharmacist - Sitari Fields - Somerset Wes - Western Cape position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 2 - 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: General Pharmaceutical Reference: 203331 Job Type: Permanent Sectors: General Pharmaceutical Reference: 203331 Sectors: General Pharmaceutical Reference: 203331 Reference: 203331

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity for a Pharmacist at our Sitari Store in Western Cape.  You will be responsible for dispensing medications, providing pharmaceutical expertise to patients and healthcare professionals, and ensuring the safe and effective use of prescription medications.

Minimum Requirements:Essential:Grade 12 / MatricBPharm / equivalent qualificationRegistered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)Min 2- 3 years' experience in Pharmaceutical2-3 years retail pharmacy experience Computer literate – MS Office Advantageous:Relevant retail/ FMCG experienceThird additional languageSAP experienceE-scripting experienceRegistered tutorUnisolv experienceDuties and Responsibilities

Dispensing of Medication:Dispensing of Medication under direct personal supervision of PharmacistAccurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council. •Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system. Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions. Provide accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied. Keep abreast of 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 with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments. Explain all medical aid costs to patients. Administration:Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids. Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid. Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication. Maintain customer profiles on the system. Merge profiles locally and Vexall should be notified to merge profiles centrally. Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action. Stock Control:Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager. Facilitate Bi-annual stock takes. Exercise stock, cash and asset control  Competencies:Essential:Comprehensive medicine knowledge including common dosing regimes, interactions and counselling to ensure appropriate and effective treatment outcomes. Understanding of Retail as pertains to pharmacy. Ability to think criticallyPossess excellent communication skills to guide patients on medication usage and side effects. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people from all sections of the community. English and 2nd language – Read, write and speakFinds solutions to potential issues as well as knowing when to escalate the problem and what level to escalate it to. Acts as a role model to others and talks to others about the need for high standards and quality. Demonstrates drive to ensure that quality is not compromised. Time management. Able to meet deadlines. Demonstrate patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Computer, numerical skills. Unisolv and SAP, E-Scripting Special conditions of employment:Registered with the South African Pharmacy CouncilWilling and able to work retail hoursControlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stockPhysically fit and able to stand for long periodsValid driver’s license and own reliable transportSouth African citizenMIE Clear credit and criminal records Remuneration and benefits:Market-related salaryMedical aidProvident fundStaff 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.