Location: South Africa
Closing date: 14 February 2024
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to join our team as Dispensary Support Learners. The primary objective of this role is to employ learners capable of completing the Learner Basic Pharmacist Assistant Course, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical principles and dispensing. This learnership is designed to foster quality on-the-job learning and development.
Responsibilities:
- Sale of Schedule 1 medicines or scheduled substances.
- Assist with call centre scripts and patient service telephone calls.
- Provide information to individuals to promote health.
- Assist with scheme authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS, and oncology medication.
- Report on low/out-of-stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
- Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Assist with unpacking, merchandising of stock, and cleaning of dispensary and Over-the-Counter (OTC) shelves, following the guidelines approved by the responsible pharmacist.
- Any other duties assigned by the Dispensary Manager.
- Ensure accurate picking, packing, labeling, and checking of medication, being aware of common dosages and important drug interactions.
- Ensure that all medications are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
- Follow up with patients regarding script tracking reports and appointments as requested by the dispensary manager.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics (HG) and (Life Science/Physical Science).
- Minimum average of 50% in Grade 12.
Skills and Competencies:
- Proficiency in English and a second language (Read, write, and speak).
- Strong time management and deadline-driven skills.
- Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, including listening and customer service focus.
- Problem-solving abilities and a team player.
- Conflict management skills.
- Ability to lead by example and demonstrate accountability.
- Professional conduct, trustworthiness, and honesty.
- Competence in computer and numerical skills.
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