Pharmacist Assistant

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and qualified Pharmacist Assistant to join our clients trusted, family-owned pharmacy in Paarl. If you are passionate about patient care and committed to delivering excellent service, this is an ideal opportunity to grow within a supportive and community-focused environment.

The successful individual will report to the Owner of the Pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpreting and completing prescriptions.
• Assisting with clinic services (blood pressure monitoring, glucose testing, cholesterol testing, and Discovery Vitality assessments).
• Packing and organizing medication.
• Checking expiry dates on all pharmaceutical stock.
• Ordering medication and maintaining strong relationships with medical representatives.
• Operating cash registers and handling sales transactions.
• Receiving and processing orders, preparing and dispatching parcels (via telephone, WhatsApp, and email).
• Maintaining accurate fridge and store temperature records.
• Capturing and receiving stock from suppliers.
• Offer guidance to customers regarding over-the-counter medication and healthcare products.
• Support the general operations of the pharmacy when required.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Pharmacist Assistant registered with the SAPC.
• Valid registration
• 3 years experience working within a community pharmacy environment.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations and ethical standards.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work well under pressure and within a team.
• Customer-focused with a passion for quality healthcare.

Competencies

• Professional and well-presented.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
• Dependable, ethical, and service-driven.

Working hours:

Mondays to Fridays: 9:00 - 18:00 or 8:00 -17:00

Saturdays: 8:00 - 14:00 (2 x per month)

Sundays: 8:30 - 13:00

17:30 -20:30 (2 x per month)

Send your detailed CV with a recent profile image of yourself.

Please Note:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted