Dis-Chem Pharmacies at the Liberty Promenade store in Cape Town is looking for a Dispensary Support Assistant. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to start a career in pharmacy. The job is designed to help learners complete a basic pharmacist assistant course while working. Once you qualify as a basic pharmacist assistant, you can get a permanent job with the company.

As a Dispensary Support Assistant, you will assist customers by selling medicines under the supervision of a pharmacist, prepare and pack medicines, check stock levels, and keep the dispensary clean and organized. Duties include unpacking and arranging stock, managing expiry dates, and assisting with call center scripts and patient follow-ups.

You will learn how to read and understand prescriptions correctly, check medication for accuracy, and assist with authorizing chronic, HIV, and oncology medication schemes. You will also help manage stock, report low or missing stock, and assist with receiving new stock according to company rules.

To apply, you must have completed Matric (Grade 12) with at least 50% in Pure Mathematics, Life Science, or Physical Science, and an overall average of 50%. You must also pass a proficiency test to register with the Pharmacy Council as a learner basic assistant. Being a South African citizen with a clean criminal record and credit check is required.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Computer skills and good customer service abilities are also important. Any experience in retail or pharmacy is a plus.

This is a contract position that will last until you qualify as a basic pharmacist assistant. Once qualified, you can get a permanent job. The salary is market-related, and Dis-Chem offers a supportive work environment.