Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Musgrave 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.
Minimum Requirements:
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Grade 12 / Matric
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Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
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Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
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Working experience on Unisolv
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Computer literate – MS Office
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Sound numerical skills
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Strong command of the English language and a second language
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Willing and able to work retail hours
Advantageous:
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Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
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3rd Additional Language
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Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
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Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
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Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
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Assist with the manufacturing of a non-sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
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Assist with re-packaging of medicine
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Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
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Assist with the ordering of medicine and scheduled substances up to, and including, Schedule 6 according to an instruction of a person authorised in terms of the Medicines Act to purchase or obtain such medicine or scheduled substance
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Assist with the reading and preparation of a prescription’ the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine; the labelling and supply of the medicine, in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist
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Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
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Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ details on the system
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Ensure accurate picking /packing/labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
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Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
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Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
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Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
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Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
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Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
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Explain medical aid costs to patients
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Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
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Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
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Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
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Ensure authorisation of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
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Maintain customer profiles on the system
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Merge profiles locally and UCS should be notified to merge profiles centrally
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Take note of any message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
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Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
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Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
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Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
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Exercise stock, cash and asset control
Competencies:
Essential:
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English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
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Good communication skills, listening
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Customer service/focus
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Strong attention to detail
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Sound numerical skills
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Problem-solving
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Team player
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Trustworthy and honest
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Time management
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Able to deal with pressure
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Computer literate – MS Office
Advantageous:
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Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
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3rd Additional Language
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Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
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Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine
Special conditions of employment:
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Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council
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Willing and able to work retail hours
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Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock
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Physically fit and able to stand for a long period
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Valid driver’s license
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Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and benefits:
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Market-related salary
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Medical aid
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Provident fund
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Staff account
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
