Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant X1
Job Details
- Job Title: Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant – Dihlabeng
- Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
- Location: Bethlehem, Free State
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Retail Pharmacy
- Division: Dispensary Category
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Posted Date: 21 January 2026
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join their Bethlehem (Dihlabeng) store. The role supports the responsible pharmacist in delivering safe, effective, and compliant pharmaceutical care by assisting with patients’ medicine-related needs.
The successful candidate will operate within SAPC regulations, assist with dispensing, stock control, medical aid administration, and customer service, while contributing to efficient dispensary operations in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment.
Key Responsibilities
Dispensing & Pharmaceutical Support
Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines
Assist in the preparation, compounding, and manufacturing of non-sterile medicines under pharmacist supervision
Support prescription preparation, including selection, labelling, and supply of medicines
Ensure all dispensed medication is checked and signed off by a pharmacist
Provide accurate instructions to patients on the correct use of medicines
Be aware of common dosages and important drug interactions
Compliance & Professional Practice
Interpret prescriptions accurately and work within SAPC and Medicines Act requirements
Capture and verify prescription and patient details accurately on the system
Ensure legal and procedural compliance in all dispensary activities
Promote health by providing accurate medicine-related information to patients
Medical Aid & Administration
Process medical aid claims and correct rejected scripts
Manage authorisations for chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medications
Stay up to date with medical aid procedures and claim requirements
Explain medical aid costs clearly to patients
Maintain and update customer profiles and action system messages
Stock Control & Operations
Assist with ordering, receiving, distribution, and control of medicines (Schedule 1–5)
Receive stock according to Dis-Chem SOPs and merchandise using FEFO principles
Report low or out-of-stock items and stock discrepancies to the dispensary manager
Participate in bi-annual stock takes
Exercise stock, cash, and asset control
Customer Service & Team Support
Assist customers at the dispensary, self-medication counter, and front shop
Follow up on script tracking reports and patient appointments as requested
Work collaboratively as part of the pharmacy team in a high-pressure retail environment