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Pharmacist's Assistant (Post-Basic) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network

Epping, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time Healthcare

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Job Description

Work under a registered pharmacist at a private hospital dispensary in Epping and keep the dispensary running smoothly. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Epping. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Prepare monthly chronic packs for collection or courier delivery
Record cold-chain fridge temperatures twice a day
Log Schedule 5 and 6 items in the register as they go out
Process medical aid claims and fix rejections before the patient leaves
Help customers choose over-the-counter and front-shop products
Capture scripts on the dispensing system and check them against medical aid rules

What you need

Friendly and clear at a busy counter
SAPC registration as a Pharmacist's Assistant (Basic or Post-Basic)
Accurate with numbers and careful with labels
Able to work Saturdays and some Sundays on a rotation
Matric with Maths or Maths Literacy

Extra points for

Wound care or family planning counselling short course
Experience with stock ordering through a wholesaler portal

What's in it for you

Paid SAPC registration fees at some groups
Fixed rota published a month ahead
Staff discount on pharmacy and front-shop items
Sponsored Post-Basic studies for Basic assistants

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Epping really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified matric certificate plus SAPC registration certificate and proof of this year's fees.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Epping.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

If you're still a learner, give the name of your training pharmacy and your expected completion date.
Mention your daily script volume, such as "dispensed 150+ scripts a day"; it shows you can handle pressure.