Locum Clinic Nurse Practitioner- Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited x1
Job Overview
- Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
- Job Title: Locum Clinic Nurse Practitioner (Qualified Clinic Sister)
- Location: Ficksburg, Free State
- Industry: Healthcare and Retail Pharmacy
- Employment Type: Part-time
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Posted Date: 19 October 2026
- Closing Date: 26 October 2026
- Salary: Market-related
Job Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is seeking a qualified and experienced Clinic Sister to join its team in Ficksburg, Free State, on a locum basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and operating a profitable Primary Health Care Clinic situated within a Dis-Chem pharmacy.
The ideal candidate must be a registered nursing practitioner with the relevant qualifications, clinical experience and knowledge to deliver quality primary healthcare services in accordance with professional standards and industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform Clinic Sister duties in accordance with healthcare regulations, professional standards and industry best practices.
- Manage patient flow and monitor the average feet-per-hour rate.
- Establish and achieve clinic objectives to improve patient service and operational performance.
- Ensure all clinic services are available and delivered effectively.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure that patient communications and follow-ups are completed.
- Ensure the clinic operates according to its approved operating hours.
- Process medical aid and other claims accurately and on time.
- Ensure that clinic equipment and stock are properly maintained and in good working condition.
- Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient supplies are available to meet clinic requirements.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with patients, store and dispensary managers, colleagues, medical aid providers, suppliers, healthcare professionals and community stakeholders.
- Support the effective and profitable operation of the clinic.
Minimum Requirements
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Tertiary qualification in General Nursing.
- Degree or Diploma in Midwifery.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- BHF registration, which the nursing practitioner must obtain.
- Two to three years of experience practising as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Advantageous Requirements
- At least five years of experience practising as a Primary Health Care Sister.
- Experience with Patient Record Systems, CKS and Allegra.
Required Knowledge and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:
- Knowledge of community health nursing, primary healthcare and/or occupational health nursing.
- Knowledge of family planning, cytology, intrauterine devices (IUDs) and pharmacology.
- Understanding of EPI and cold chain management.
- Knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), emergency care and HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counselling.
- Knowledge of breastfeeding, pathology and wound care.
- Willingness to complete quarterly Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training and Dis-Chem in-service training.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to analyse monthly clinic statistics, commission and performance targets.
- Understanding of the financial implications of meeting or failing to meet monthly targets.
- Strong emotional intelligence, honesty, trustworthiness and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Good self-management, time-management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently, remain self-motivated and manage a team effectively.
Advantageous Skills and Training
- Bilingual communication skills.
- Understanding of business objectives and clinic performance expectations.
- Baby Immunisation Course (Department of Health/Sanofi Pasteur).
- Family Planning Course (Department of Health).
- Primary Health Care Course.
- Breastfeeding Course.
- Disease Management Course.
Special Conditions of Employment
Applicants must:
- Be willing and able to work retail hours.
- Be physically fit and healthy enough to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic.
- Have a valid driver’s licence and their own reliable transport.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have a clear credit and criminal record.
Salary and Benefits
Dis-Chem offers the following remuneration and benefits:
- Market-related salary.
- Medical aid.
- Provident fund.
- Staff account.