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Apply for the Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant position at Dis-Chem Southgate, Johannesburg South. SAPC registration required. Closing date: 19 August 2026.

Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant – Southgate (Fixed-Term Contract)

Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Division: Dispensary
Business Unit: Pharmacy
Location: Southgate, Johannesburg South, Gauteng
Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Experience Level: Entry Level
Closing Date: 19 August 2026

About the Pharmacist Assistant Position

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a qualified Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant to join its Southgate Pharmacy team on a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support the responsible pharmacist by providing pharmaceutical care and ensuring patients receive safe, accurate, and professional medication services.

This opportunity is ideal for registered Post Basic Pharmacist Assistants who are passionate about healthcare, customer service, and working in a retail pharmacy environment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
  • Support the preparation and compounding of non-sterile medicines.
  • Assist with medicine manufacturing and repackaging.
  • Manage the distribution and control of Schedule 1–5 medicines.
  • Assist with ordering medicines up to Schedule 6 under authorised instruction.
  • Read, prepare, and process prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
  • Capture prescription details accurately on the pharmacy system.
  • Pick, pack, label, and prepare medication correctly.
  • Explain the correct use of medication to patients.
  • Process medical aid claims and resolve rejected claims.
  • Assist with chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medication authorisations.
  • Maintain accurate patient profiles on the pharmacy system.
  • Report stock shortages and discrepancies.
  • Receive and merchandise pharmacy stock according to FEFO principles.
  • Participate in stock takes.
  • Maintain stock, cash, and asset control.
  • Deliver excellent customer service at the dispensary and front shop.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 (Matric).
  • Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification.
  • Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • Experience using Unisolv.
  • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong numerical skills.
  • Good command of English and a second language.
  • Willingness to work retail hours.

Advantageous Qualifications and Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

  • Retail or FMCG experience.
  • Knowledge of SAP and E-Scripting.
  • Knowledge of complementary medicine and family planning products.
  • Ability to speak a third South African language.

Required Skills and Competencies

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Numerical accuracy.
  • Problem-solving ability.
  • Teamwork.
  • Integrity and honesty.
  • Good time management.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Computer literacy.

Special Conditions of Employment

Applicants must:

  • Be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • Be willing to work retail trading hours.
  • Be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
  • Have a valid driver’s licence.
  • Have clear criminal and credit records.

Employee Benefits

Dis-Chem offers:

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

Employment Equity

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates, including persons living with disabilities. Recruitment will be conducted in line with the company’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements should submit their online application through the Dis-Chem Careers Portal before 19 August 2026.

Apply today and become part of one of South Africa’s leading retail pharmacy groups.

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