Dispensary Support Assistant (Fixed Term) - Mthatha

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited Mthatha, Eastern Cape

Contract Closes 19 Nov 2026 · 6 days left

Mthatha, Eastern Cape Contract Closes 19 Nov 2026

Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Mthatha Mall is looking for a Dispensary Support Assistant to join their team on a fixed-term contract. This role is designed for learners who want to complete the basic pharmacist assistant course. The position will help you gain practical experience in a pharmacy setting while working toward becoming a registered pharmacist assistant. Once you qualify and register with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC), you may be offered permanent employment.

As a Dispensary Support Assistant, you will assist pharmacists with daily tasks in the pharmacy. This includes helping customers with their medication needs, ensuring the correct medicines are dispensed, and keeping the dispensary organized. You will learn how to interpret prescriptions accurately, check stock levels, and assist with managing medicines that require special handling. You will also help with unpacking and organizing stock, cleaning shelves, and following up with patients about their prescriptions. Additionally, you will assist with call center tasks, such as handling patient inquiries and authorizing medication for chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology patients.

To apply for this job, you must have completed Grade 12 (Matric) with at least 50% in Pure Mathematics, Life Sciences, or Physical Sciences, and an overall average of 50% or higher. You must also pass a proficiency test that allows you to register as a learner basic assistant with the Pharmacy Council. Strong communication skills in English and another language are essential, as you will interact with customers and colleagues daily. You should be detail-oriented, able to work under pressure, and have good time management skills. Basic computer skills are also required.

This is a fixed-term contract position with a market-related salary. Once you complete the learner basic pharmacist assistant course and register with the SAPC, you may be offered permanent employment. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer and supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.