Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic)
From $202/yr
Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) ====================================== Details Closing Date 2026/10/06 Reference Number SHO260929-5 Job Title Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Job Type Full Time Location - Country South Africa Location - Province Gauteng Location - Town or City Brakpan Job Category Pharmaceutical About the role Join Shoprite as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) at Medirite Brakpan, where your expertise in pharmaceutical dispensing, stock control, and record-keeping will support efficient pharmacy operations. This role requires a National Diploma or equivalent in Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic), valid South African Pharmacy Council registration, and at least one year of practical experience in pharmacy or healthcare settings. You will assist in accurate medication dispensing, maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations, and provide exceptional customer service within a fast-paced retail environment. Your attention to detail and collaboration with pharmacists and colleagues will contribute to seamless inventory management, medication labelling, and administrative tasks. Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities while upholding ethical standards and health and safety protocols. Embrace a dynamic team culture at Shoprite, a leading retail pharmacy provider dedicated to quality healthcare service and community well-being. What you'll doYou will be required to: * Assist the pharmacist in dispensing medication accurately and efficiently under supervision. * Manage stock control to ensure adequate supplies and timely replenishment of pharmacy items. * Perform pharmacy-related administrative tasks, including record-keeping and documentation compliance. * Provide excellent frontshop customer service, addressing inquiries and supporting client needs. * Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the pharmacy to comply with health and safety standards. * Support the pharmacist in conducting inventory audits and reporting discrepancies. * Ensure adherence to pharmacy regulations and ethical practices at all times. * Assist in the preparation and labelling of medication according to prescribed guidelines. * Collaborate with team members to foster a positive and efficient work environment. * Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain professional competency. What you bringQualifications: * National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) from an accredited institution. * Valid registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic). Experience: * Minimum of 1 year practical experience working in a pharmacy or healthcare environment. * Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical stock control and dispensing procedures. * Proficient in pharmacy-related administrative tasks, including accurate record-keeping and documentation. * Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally. * Attention to detail and high level of accuracy when assisting with dispensing and medication labelling. * Ability to work well within a team and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment. * Understanding of pharmacy regulations, ethical standards, and health and safety protocols. * Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and training to maintain competency. , where your expertise in pharmaceutical dispensing, stock control, and record-keeping will support efficient pharmacy operations. This role requires a National Diploma or equivalent in Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic), valid South African Pharmacy Council registration, and at least one year of practical experience in pharmacy or healthcare settings. You will assist in accurate medication dispensing, maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations, and provide exceptional customer service within a fast-paced retail environment. Your attention to detail and collaboration with pharmacists and colleagues will contribute to seamless inventory management, medication labelling, and administrative tasks. Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities while upholding ethical standards and health and safety protocols. Embrace a dynamic team culture at Shoprite, a leading retail pharmacy provider dedicated to quality healthcare service and community well-being. Policy Our Group is committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included. We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. Please take note that by responding to this application and providing your personal information, you confirm your express and informed consent for Shoprite Checkers (Pty) Ltd and all its subsidiaries and affiliates companies to process your personal information for the Company to consider your application for this position. All Personal Information which you provide to the Company will be used and/or retained only for the purposes for which it is collected, whereafter it will be permanently destroyed. Your information is only retained if it is required by law or where you have given consent to us to retain such information for an extended period. If you don’t hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Any personal information collected as part of your application will be destroyed, securely, in accordance with South African legislation.