Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant PBQ - Woodlands Pretoria

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-

The Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant PBQ - Woodlands role at Dis-Chem Pharmacies involves accurately dispensing medications, providing pharmaceutical advice, and ensuring the safe use of prescription drugs. Key responsibilities include managing stock, processing medical scheme claims, and delivering excellent customer service. Essential requirements include a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification, registration with the South African Pharmacy Council, and the ability to work retail hours.

Job Title: Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Qualified (PBQ) - Woodlands Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Retail Sales Reference: 208395

Vacancy Details Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited invites applications for the position of Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Qualified (PBQ) in their Woodlands store. The role includes dispensing medications, offering pharmaceutical advice to patients and healthcare professionals, and ensuring the safe and effective use of prescription medications.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric - Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification - Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) - Willingness and ability to work retail hours - Beneficial: Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations - Proficiency in a 3rd Additional Language - Experience with SAP and E-Scripting - Experience with Unisolve

Duties and Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. - Perform the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances. - Assist with the preparation, compounding, and manufacturing of non-sterile or sterile medicines or scheduled substances according to approved formulas and Standard Operating Procedures. - Manage stock distribution and control for Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances. - Order medications and scheduled substances up to Schedule 5 following authorized instructions. - Read, prepare, and label prescriptions accurately after evaluating them with the pharmacist’s guidance. - Provide instructions on the correct use of dispensed medication. - Promote health by providing relevant information to individuals.


• Dispensing of Medication under direct supervision of Pharmacist: - Interpret scripts accurately and professionally within legal requirements. - Verify patient details and ensure accurate medication picking, packing, labelling, and checking. - Stay informed about changes in medical scheme procedures and claims requirements. - Ensure prescriptions are accurately checked and signed by a pharmacist.


• Customer Service: - Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front-shop. - Follow up on script tracking reports and patient appointments. - Explain medical aid costs and provide health-related information. - Follow through on customer commitments.


• Administration: - Process necessary paperwork for medical scheme claims. - Correct errors on rejected scripts and manage chronic, HIV, and oncology medication authorizations. - Maintain and update customer profiles. - Notify relevant departments for central profile merging.


• Stock Control: - Report low or out-of-stock levels and stock errors. - Facilitate bi-annual stock takes. - Control stock, cash, and assets.


• General: - Maintain store cleanliness and adherence to Dis-Chem standards. - Follow Dis-Chem policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations. - Ensure clutter-free fridges and workstations. - Adhere to Dis-Chem approved uniforms.

Role Competencies: - Knowledge and understanding of Unisolv SAP. - Problem-solving skills with the ability to escalate issues appropriately. - Excellent communication skills with diverse community sections. - Timely resolution of customer queries. - Personal accountability for work quality and timeliness. - Patience and composure in stressful situations. - Technical skills including Microsoft Office, Unisolv, and E-Scripting.

Special Conditions of Employment: - Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council. - Willingness and ability to work retail hours. - Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock. - Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods. - Valid driver’s license. - 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.