Pharmacist Intern - Strubensvalley

Function and Duties:

• Pharmacist intern may provide or perform all the services or acts pertaining to the scope of practice of a pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant (post-basic) under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy.

• the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances;

• assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist;

• assist with the manufacturing of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist;

• the re-packaging of medicine;

• the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 6 medicines or scheduled substances;

• the ordering of medicine and scheduled substances up to and including Schedule 6 according to an instruction of a person authorised in terms of the Medicines Act to purchase or obtain such medicine or scheduled substance;

• the reading and preparation of a prescription, the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine, the labelling and supply of the medicine in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist;

• the provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied; and

• the provision of information to individuals in order to promote health.

• Pharmacist intern may, for the purposes of education and training, provide or perform all of the services or acts pertaining, to the scope of practice of a pharmacist under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy

• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Counsel.

• Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system.

• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labeling off medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.

• Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied.

• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.

• Ensure that all prescriptions entered, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.

• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop.

• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager.

• Explain all medical aid cost to patients, including difference between medical aid and cash / shelf price, if applicable.

• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids.

• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid.

• Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.

• Maintain customer profiles on the system.

• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action.

• Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.

• Assist with scheduled stock takes.

• Exercise stock and asset control.

• Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Uniform and personal appearance policy.

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and second language – Read, write and speak

• Application of knowledge gained as per university B.Pharm curriculum

• Good communication skills, listening skills

• Customer service/focus

• Conflict management

• Strong attention to detail

• Sound numerical skills

• Problem-solving

• Team player

• Trustworthy and honest

• Time management and adherence to deadline

• Able to deal with pressure

• Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations

• 3rd Additional Language

• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours

• Controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock

• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods

• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

• Registered with Pharmacy Council – South African or valid work permit

• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

• Monthly and annual performance pay

• Medical aid

• Provident fund

• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.