Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant Opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies De Drift

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their new De Drift store in Velddrif, Western Cape. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care by assisting in the provision of pharmaceutical services, ensuring accurate dispensing, and maintaining high standards of professional practice. The position combines hands-on dispensing responsibilities with customer engagement and operational support, ideal for candidates passionate about healthcare and retail pharmacy.

Location and Employment Type

• Location: De Drift, Velddrif, Western Cape
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 20 March 2026

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)

Advantageous Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations
• Experience with Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting
• Oncology experience
• Drug and family planning knowledge
• 3rd additional language

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant will perform the following tasks:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines and scheduled substances
• Compound, manipulate, and prepare non-sterile medicines according to approved SOPs
• Re-package and manage the distribution of medicines, ensuring compliance with legal and SAPC requirements
• Accurately read and interpret prescriptions, pick, pack, and label medications, and verify patient details
• Provide accurate instructions to patients regarding medication use and health guidance
• Maintain customer profiles, update scripts, track prescriptions, and liaise with medical aid systems
• Monitor stock levels, report discrepancies, receive and merchandise dispensary stock according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes, and ensure compliance with stock, cash, and asset control procedures
• Assist patients at the dispensary and front-shop, providing professional and courteous service

Competencies and Attributes

Essential competencies include:

• Strong English communication and a second language proficiency
• Customer service orientation and attention to detail
• Numerical skills, problem-solving, and time management
• Team player, trustworthy, and able to work under pressure
• Computer literacy, including MS Office

Advantageous skills:

• Knowledge of retail/FMCG operations
• Third additional language
• Experience with Unisolv, SAP, E-Scripting, drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Special Conditions of Employment

• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
• Willingness to work retail hours in controlled environments
• Physically fit to stand for long periods and handle dispensary operations
• Valid South African ID and driver’s license
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits

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

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is committed to equality and actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities. Applications are subject to the approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit their application online via this link: Apply Here