Dischem Vacancies in Western Cape – Pharmacist Assistant

Job Description:

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Okavango store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient’s medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure authorisation of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ details on the system
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Ensure accurate picking /packing/labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Take note of any message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Merge profiles locally and UCS should be notified to merge profiles centrally
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Maintain customer profiles on the system
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid

Job Requirements:

• Problem-solving
• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• Team player
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail

Qualification & Experience:

• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Grade 12 / Matric
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Sound numerical skills
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate

Job Details:

Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Kraaifontein, Western Cape, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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