15 Dis Chem Pharmacies jobs in Gauteng

Overview

Pharmacist – Boksburg North / Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited / Boksburg, Gauteng / Permanent / Closing Date 13 October 2025

Job Details

Division
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dispensary Category
Pharmaceuticals

Minimum experience
Entry Level

Company primary industry
Pharmaceuticals

Job functional area
Other

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Boksburg North store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Essential

• Grade 12 / Matric
• BPharm / equivalent qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Min 2- 3 years experience in Pharmaceutical
• 2-3 years retail pharmacy experience ( Student/Intern)
• Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous

• Relevant retail/ FMCG experience
• Third additional language
• SAP experience
• E-scripting experience
• Registered tutor
• Unisolv experience

• Provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for patients’ medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting those needs, which shall include, but not be limited to the following functions:
• Evaluation of a patient’s medicine-related needs by determining the indication, safety and effectiveness of the therapy
• Dispensing of any medicine or scheduled substance on the prescription of a person authorised to prescribe medicine
• Signing off and checking of all prescriptions prepared by an assistant or an intern and accepting accountability for the correctness thereof as per GPP 2.7.1.2.1.f
• Furnishing of information and advice to any person with regard to the use medicine
• Determining patient compliance with the therapy, and follow-up to ensure that the patient’s medicine-related needs are being met
• The provision of pharmacist-initiated therapy
• The compounding, manipulation, preparation or packaging of any medicine or scheduled substance, or the supervision thereof
• The manufacturing of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof
• The purchasing, acquiring, importing, keeping, possessing, using, releasing, storage, packaging, re-packaging, supplying or selling of any medicine or scheduled substance, or supervision thereof
• The application for the registration of a medicine in accordance with the Medicines Act and Pharmacy Act
• The acts specially pertaining to the profession of a pharmacist as prescribed above;
• The formulation of any medicine for the purposes of registration as a medicine;
• The distribution of any medicine or scheduled substance;
• The re-packaging of medicines;
• The initiation and conducting of pharmaceutical research and development; and
• The promotion of public health.
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Capture script details accurately and verify patient’s details on the system.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Provide 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.
• 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 and follow up appointments.
• Explain all medical aid costs to patients.
• Follow through on promises made to customers.
• Evaluation of disease conditions and referral to in-store health facilities when necessary.
• 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.
• Merge profiles locally and Vexall should be notified to merge profiles centrally.
• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action.
• Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all administration functions are carried out correctly and timeously.
• Report on low – / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Facilitate Bi-annual stock takes.
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control.
• Assist the Dispensary Manager to ensure that all stock control processes are adhered to and that all registers are kept up to date in accordance with legislation.
• 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

Essential

• Strong command of the English language and a second language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Basic dosing and important drug interaction
• Customer service/focus
• Supervisor experience, and able to lead by example
• Ability to train other staff members
• Conflict management
• Strong attention to detail
• Sound numerical skills
• Problem-solving
• Team player
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management
• Able to deal with pressure
• Computer literate – MS Office

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council
• 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
• South African citizen
• MIE Clear credit and criminal records

• Market-related salary
• Monthly and annual performance pay
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Note: 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page, belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Overview

Category Buyer – Midrand, Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited, Midrand, Gauteng. Permanent. Closing Date 10 October 2025.

• Division HO Division
• Minimum experience Associate
• Company primary industry Retail
• Job functional area Purchasing

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Head Office in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Category Buyer to join the procurement team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage suppliers, trading terms, market analysis, product selection/ buying, planning, stock management, driving turnover and profit.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Accounting
• Minimum of 3 years Category Buying experience
• Degree or Diploma in Finance/Retail Management or any similar qualification
• SAP BI, Qlikview experience
• Computer skills – (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

• Implement strategies to improve profitability of the category.
• Analyse consumer buying patterns to predict future trends in order to choose most profitable product ranges.
• Manage plans to ensure optimal stock levels for the business at all times.
• Develop and adhere to category plan that includes category sales, profit, market shares, second stock returns, ROCE.
• Ensure a detailed marketing plan is formulated and that it`s in line with the overall company strategy.
• Identify and develop various Dis-Chem category pricing and promotion strategies to ensure customer needs are met while remaining competitive in the market.
• Evaluate product quality by using customer feedback as a measuring tool.
• Report on category plans on a monthly basis.
• Develop a yearly category operating strategy and ensure it is in line with the Dis-Chem strategic category objective.
• Compile reports on relevant products and their sales, quality and feedback.
• Maintain relationships with existing suppliers while sourcing new suppliers for future products.
• Negotiating prices and delivery contracts with suppliers.
• Review supplier contracts and ensure they are valid, in line with industry standards and industry good practice.

Essential:

• Knowledge of Industry standards, relevant product laws and regulations, Retail and Buying
• Knowledge and understanding of market trends and competitor analysis, supplier negotiations, trading terms, financial planning
• Brand understanding
• English – Read, write and speak well
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Good communication skills
• Need to have an understanding of the financial implications that goes with the tasks involved
• Be able to achieve budget inventory levels
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Time management

• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

• Market related salary
• 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page, belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Clinic Practitioner – Fourways – Midrand

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Location: Fourways, Midrand, Gauteng

Status: Permanent

Closing Date: 04 October 2025

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Fourways. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

• Division:
• Clinic Category:
• Minimum experience: Entry Level
• Company primary industry: Pharmaceuticals
• Job functional area: Other

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Advantageous:

• Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practice
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient flow
• Ensure all clinic services are available
• Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure communication is followed up
• Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational plan
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business needs
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key community stakeholders, and other Healthcare role players

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets
• Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission
• Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives
• Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (DoH); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

EEO Statement: Dis-Chem 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

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Store Manager Pool – Gauteng

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited • Johannesburg, Gauteng • Permanent • Closing Date 10 October 2025

• Division: SV – DG Division
• Minimum experience: Entry Level
• Company primary industry: Retail
• Job functional area: Sales

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Store Manager for their Gauteng stores. Be responsible for the overall store profitability. Ensure compliance with the brand values of the company in all aspects in store.

• Essential:
• Grade 12/ Matric
• Minimum of 5 years’ Retail Store Management experience
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Willing and able to work retail hours

• Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Management or BCom Degree, Retail Management Diploma or relevant Commercial qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Unisolv / SAP / Qlikview. Previous experience with Kronos

• Assist with the Budget preparation and maintenance within the store.
• Allocating store funds and defining financial objectives.
• Maintaining statistical and financial records.
• Responsible for all banking functions related to the store including making bank deposits and cash handling.
• Optimise the store’s profitability.
• Participate in daily operational and sales activities to achieve customer service and business growth objectives.
• Oversee pricing and stock control.
• Ensure all expense related items are controlled and managed within budget.
• Ensure all expense related stock is adjusted to the correct GL accounts on a monthly basis.
• Ensure the ordering and monitoring of expense related items within the store.
• Manage total store inventory including planning, implementation, investigation and reporting on all store inventory counts.
• Manage daily stock ordering and maintain correct stock levels.
• Oversee stock takes bi-annually and manage shrinkage, stock flow to the floor and consumables expense within targets.
• Analyse and interpret trends to facilitate planning.
• Investigate negative GP values and controllable errors; verify manual purchases against the business unit.
• Minimise and report on dormant and negative stock; analyse dormant stock reports to investigate.
• Ensure physical stock balances with inventory ledger in SAP.
• Daily management of out-of-stock to maximise shelf availability.
• Manage goods in transit as directed by standard operating procedures.
• Ensure store achieves set sales targets, including health, beauty and FMCG.
• Work with heads of departments to meet targets; ensure effective promotional execution.
• Coordinate with other stores to share knowledge and plan promotions.
• Monitor market trends and forthcoming customer initiatives; assess local competitors.
• Determine profit and sales objectives and design strategies to maintain inventory and adherence to store policies and procedures.
• Propose ideas to senior management to increase market share; develop strategies to raise customer pool and store traffic.
• Ensure merchandisers adhere to Dis-Chem merchandising standards; plan and maintain promotional stock and displays at least 24 hours before promotions.
• Adhere to labeling, pricing and layout standards; approve materials and displays.
• Maintain store condition and visual merchandising standards; plan shop layout and customer traffic flow to maximise sales and brand image.
• Manage cash resources, takings, and banking in compliance with procedures; manage tender discrepancies and float balances.
• Monitor daily takings reconciliation to turnover; ensure transaction integrity and adherence to internal controls.
• Manage cashier service levels and productivity; control overtime and casual spend; sign off run ends daily.
• Follow cash collections procedures; minimize price overrides.
• Provide an above-expectation customer service experience and resolve customer problems promptly.
• Develop professional relationships with customers; ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and comply with SOPs.
• Oversee HR processes for the business unit within SOPs; recruit, train, and develop store personnel; manage performance and development plans; operate KRONOS workforce system.
• Deliver planned training, gather feedback, and grow employees into more senior positions.

• Essential: Store retail admin and management experience related to receiving, till operations, cash office and customer service; strong English; basic financial skills (GP, mark-up, VAT); effective supplier/staff interaction; strong analytical, time management, interpersonal and communication skills; basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); numerical skills; SAP, UNISOLV & SuccessFactors.

• Basic IR and management training
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Leadership capabilities

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Local travelling – valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African Citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

• Market related salary
• 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Overview

Clinic Practitioner Nicolway – Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited, Johannesburg, Gauteng – Permanent

Closing Date: 18 October 2025

Division: Clinic

Category: General

Minimum experience: Entry Level

Company primary industry: Pharmaceuticals

Job functional area: Other

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Nicolway. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Advantageous:

• Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practices
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient flow
• Ensure all clinic services are available
• Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure follow-up communication
• Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational plan
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in working condition and stock is sufficient
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, community stakeholders, and other Healthcare partners

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets
• Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission
• Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives
• Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (DoH); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

• Market-related salary
• 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, PLEASE 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.

Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Locum Clinic Practitioner – Waverley – Pretoria

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Pretoria, Gauteng
Contract
Closing Date 11 October 2025

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Waverley. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practices
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient care
• Ensure all clinic services are available
• Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure communication is followed up
• Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational plan
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic are in a working condition according to industry standards
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business requirements
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with stakeholders: Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key role players in the community, and other Healthcare professionals

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets
• Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission
• Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives
• Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (DoH); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Market-related salary

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE 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.

Important:
Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page, belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Locum Clinic Practitioner – Menlyn – Pretoria

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited – Pretoria, Gauteng – Contract – Closing Date: 11 October 2025

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Menlyn. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Advantageous:

• Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Patient Record System & CKS & Allegra

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best practice
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient care
• Ensure all clinic services are available at the clinic
• Keep accurate records of patient details, and ensure communication is followed up
• Ensure that the Clinic is open and operational according to the stated hours
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry standards
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition and that stock is sufficient
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, and other Healthcare stakeholders

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care and/or occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training; in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understand the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets
• Strong analytical skills relating to monthly clinic statistics and commission
• Emotional intelligence; entrepreneurial flair; trustworthy and honest
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and self-motivated
• Time management

• Advantageous:
• Bilingual
• Knowledge and understanding of the business objectives
• Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/ Sanofi Pasteur); Family planning (DoH); Primary Health Care Course; Breastfeeding course; Disease management course

Willing and able to work retail hours. Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic. Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport. South African citizen. Clear credit and criminal records.

Market-related salary

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven’t been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please 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.

Important: Our sole purpose is to share new jobs in South Africa with our readers that seek employment. The job shown on this page belongs to the Company as seen on the listing.

Dispensary Manager Trainee – Raslouw – Centurion

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited • Centurion, Gauteng • Permanent • Closing Date 06 October 2025

• Division: Dispensary
• Dispensary Category: Unknown
• Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
• Company primary industry: Pharmaceuticals
• Job functional area: Other

Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a Dispensary Manager Trainee for their Raslouw store. To assist in the management of the Dispensary functions by supervising the dispensary including self-medication area and manage subordinated staff. To provide pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patients related needs and be accountable for meeting these needs. To effectively deliver excellent customer service and stock management.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• BPharm / equivalent qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Minimum 2 – 5 years pharmaceutical experience
• Unisolv experience
• Experience in supervising staff
• Computer literate – MS Office

Advantageous:

• Previous dispensary management and practical work experience

• Act in accordance with the rules and regulations of the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
• Safeguard and safekeeping of schedule 6 medication by administering the process of safekeeping of the medication key including the records and the register.
• Ensure all staff work within SAPC scope of practice.
• Ensure that Good Pharmacy Practice rules and regulations are adhered to by all employees.
• Ensure SAPC registration and annual registration fees are updated consistently.
• Ensure all employees adhere to the confines of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) to protect confidential information.
• Accurately capture and interpret script details and verify patient’s details on the system.
• Be conscious and mindful of various fraudulent activities such as doctors’ scripts.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labeling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Provide accurate instructions to patients in relation to accurate usage of medicine supplied.
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
• To assist with managing the dispensary stock to minimize stock shrinkage.
• Manage all expired or short dated stock that is held in the dispensary.
• Ensure that expired stock is regularly disposed of and kept separate to usable stock on an ongoing basis.
• Manage dormant, negative stock and ensure follow ups and investigations are conducted.
• Assist in managing stock ordering process to reach maximum purchasing compliance.
• Manage the stock days and ensure that the hot list is checked and managed on regular basis.
• Encourage timely quality care & exceptional customer service and act as the face of the dispensary department.
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front shop when necessary.
• Provide accurate and precise information to patients such as medical aid costs.
• Able to identify patient requirements and respond in a professional manner at all times.
• Manage customer service initiatives in the dispensary that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty, and achieves great customer satisfaction.
• Process accurately all the paperwork necessary for correct administration of your department.
• Ensure correct process is followed for all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids.
• Ensure assistance is offered for authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Maintain customer profiles on the system.
• Merge profiles locally and UCS should be notified to merge profiles centrally.
• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action.
• Ensure dispensary and self-medication areas are always adequately staffed and staff rosters are in place.
• Ensure staff work within their ethical boundaries as governed by the South African Pharmacy Council.
• Ensure that fridges and work stations are clear of clutter and personal belongings.
• Facilitate the creation of accountable, full service teams who understand and strive to meet the needs of all customers through effective inspirational leadership.
• Take full responsibility for performance of all direct reports, motivating and managing them in relation to quality standards and agreed benchmarks and objectives, focusing on all aspects of sound people management.
• Reinforce continuous respectful communication amongst teams & ensure inclusive work environment.
• Facilitate people management practices including the delivery and submission of applicable HR documentation timeously.
• Authorise all work schedules on Kronos and ensure accurate delivery of information.
• Drive and foster engagement within the store to ensure maximum performance and positive work culture.
• 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.

Essential:

• English and second language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills.
• Manage and execute processes of a project including time, cost, quality, change, risks and issues.
• Leadership Skills
• Prioritises the needs and experiences of customers and places them at the center of the decision-making process.
• Business Acumen
• Technical Savvy
• Interpersonal Skills
• Culture Champion
• Computer skills: Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Unisolv, SAP, E-Scripting

• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (essential)
• Control room temperatures, security, limited space, health and safety, risk stock.
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit – standing for long hours
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record, and clear credit rating
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Note: ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE 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.

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