Current Vacancies at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Ballito Junction. 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Job Description:

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient
• Ensure all clinic services are available at the
• 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
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition according to industry
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with the following stakeholders: Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key role players in the community, and other Healthcare

Competencies:
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-direct 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

Special conditions of employment: 

• 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

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Johannesburg area 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 and 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

 Competencies:

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

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their The Verge 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 and 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

 Competencies:

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

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Woodmead 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 and 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

 Competencies:

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

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Pharmacist for their Greenvalley 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 and 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

 Competencies:

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

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Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Bryanpark. 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Job Description:

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient
• Ensure all clinic services are available at the
• 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
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition according to industry
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with the following stakeholders: Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key role players in the community, and other Healthcare

Competencies:
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-direct 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

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Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Rosebank. 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Job Description:

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient
• Ensure all clinic services are available at the
• 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
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition according to industry
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with the following stakeholders: Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key role players in the community, and other Healthcare

Competencies:
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-direct 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

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Medipark store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-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 medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with re-packaging of medicine
• Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with 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
• Assist with 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
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ 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
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorisation 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 message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• 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 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Pretoria has a an opportunity for a security guard to Render a security service in terms of the Private Security Industry Regulations Act 56 of 2001 as amended for the Dis-Chem Group that meets Dis-Chem’ security requirements to protect assets, property and staff by creating a safe and secure environment, through identifying signs of criminal activities or disorder and investigating disturbances while adhering to legislation relevant to the industry and best practice.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate
• Grade C accreditation with the PSIRA
• A general minimum exposure of at least 3 years in the retail industry, such as shopping malls and warehouses

Advantageous:

• At least 1 year specific previous experience in a similar role

Job Specification…

• Be vigilant and alert of surroundings to identify suspicious activities and apprehend criminals or remove violators according to the legal authority invested in the industry and Dis-Chem standard operating procedures for the specific post through.
• Random patrols of the premises on regularly basis to ensure optimal visibility and reduce risks.
• Monitor and control access to the premises by documenting and regulating entrance into the site by vehicles or pedestrian’s access points to allow entry only to individuals with the correct authorization.
• Investigate and report signs of damage or unlawful entry as it occurs to management and act accordingly in the best interest of protecting Dis-Chem assets.
• Be clearly visible as far as reasonably possible as deterrent to discourage criminal activities, prevent theft, - damage, - personal injury, and other dishonourable acts.
• Be professionally courteous and friendly, approachable, and willing to help others when receiving guests, customers and employees.
• Access control – searching of staff, suppliers and company merchandisers.
• Maintain and complete all registers and occurrence books.
• Cancel staff purchasers and goods declared.
• Supervise and check refuse removal according to Dis-Chem standards
• Protect the property and assets of the business from all dishonest persons, action or any acts of malicious behaviour that could result in the company suffering loss.
• Be present at your post at all times when on duty.
• Practice good customer service relations for all Dis-Chem internal and external customers.
• Report any unusual or suspicious behaviour by staff, customer or suppliers.
• Opening and closing procedures-to be present observant and vigilant at the opening and closing of the site.
• Ensure that all doors and windows are locked at the end each day.
• Ensure that all water taps turned off when applicable.
• Do continuous personnel frisking and searches on a daily basis.
• Do thorough and proper vehicle searches throughout the day.
• Report any suspicious incidents verbally to management in detail with the submission of a written detailed report as soon as conveniently possible.
• Contact policing and emergency authorities and make written or verbal reports to law enforcement officers when needed as legally required and in accordance of Dis-Chem procedures.
• When problem situations or crisis arise or have been dealt with to maintain observing surroundings and report to management on findings and or changes in identified that intensify the situation.
• After a crisis, report the incident to management, the police or the appropriate authorities (such as the fire services in the case of a fire outbreak) with a detailed written report concerning the incident and your activities around the incident.
• Monitor the alarm systems and or video cameras and operate detecting/ emergency equipment when needed.
• When working during the night or alone e.g. after hours render on-going surveillance of the premises by patrolling the grounds and using closed-circuit camera monitoring or alarm systems to detect and investigate suspicious activities to ensure that only legal entrance to the premises is maintained.
• In emergency situations provide assistance and the emergency teams e.g. alert first responders, clinic sisters, managers etc.
• Maintain order during evacuation procedures and at assembly points by providing exact directions or decisive actions to ensure the safety of lives and property by preventing stampedes and breakdown of law and order or illegal entrance to the premises.
• Offer on-going security advice and safety warnings and tips to ensure that all security and safety precautions are adhered to.
• Be vigilant - watch out for any suspicious activities that may mean a breach in security measures that have been put in place on the site.
• Interpret quickly whatever is seen and act accordingly.
• Respond quickly and correctly during crisis - be alert to avoid being caught unaware.
• Know how best to respond to various dangerous situations according to industry and Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
• Getting help - During some very dangerous situations (such as armed robbery attacks or assaults with deadly weapons), waste no time in calling the police to prevent loss of lives or property.
• Take accurate notes of unusual occurrences and daily activities.
• Enforce rules and regulations to prevent criminal activity before it happens.
• Perform special duties - receive phone calls, respond to text and email messages, and run vital errands for the department according to Dis-Chem and industry standard operating procedures.

Competencies

Essential:

• PSIRA knowledge
• Fire emergency and relevant Health and Safety Training and exposure
• English – Read, write and speak well as it is the organization’s official language.

Advantageous:

• 3rd Language

Special conditions of employment:

• PSIRA registered.
• Grade C PSIRA accreditation.
• South African 
• MIE, clear criminal and credit.
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport and PDP when deployed as a driver.

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Emfuleni store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-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 medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with re-packaging of medicine
• Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with 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
• Assist with 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
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ 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
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorisation 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 message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• 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 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Sefako Makgatho store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-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 medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with re-packaging of medicine
• Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with 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
• Assist with 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
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ 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
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorisation 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 message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• 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 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualify Pharmacist Assistant for their Wonderboom store. Your portfolio will cover the provision of pharmaceutical care by taking responsibility for the patient's medicine-related needs, and being accountable for meeting these needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic Pharmacist Assistance qualification
• Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language and a second language
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-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 medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and standard operating procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with re-packaging of medicine
• Assist with the distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• Assist with 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
• Assist with 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
• Accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the SAPC
• Capture script details accurately, and verify patients’ 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
• Give accurate instructions to patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure all medications are checked for accuracy by and signed by a pharmacist
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication and front-shop
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager, and follow up on appointments
• Explain medical aid costs to patients
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorisation 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 message on the customer profile, and take suitable action
• Report on low / out of stock levels, and stock errors to the dispensary manager
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s SOPs, and merchandise according to FEFO
• Facilitate bi-annual stock takes
• Exercise stock, cash and asset control

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Customer service/focus
• 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 

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• 3rd Additional Language
• Knowledge of or experience in Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting
• Drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the services of a reputable Health Consultants specialising in Vitamins and Supplements for their Douglasdale store. You will be responsible for effectively promoting and selling Dis-Chem Health Focus products through consistent customer service,

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric 
• Minimum of 6 months’ sales experience in a Vitamins / Health environment
• Strong command of the English language
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

• Qualification in BSc Biomedicine and/or BSc Biotechnology, or relevant qualification within the health focus field
• Sales experience in a retail environment
• Experience in the health industry (vitamins, supplements or health foods)
• Fluent in a 2nd language prominently spoken in the area

Job description:

• Assist and advise customers, and ensure the highest levels of customer care and service are met
• Assist with back shopping when requested to do so, to ensure the effective operation of the department and store
• Keep merchandise displays in the health focus area stocked and faced up
• Report all price discrepancies to management as they appear
• Adhere to store layouts within the Health Department
• Ensure broadsheet items are well displayed, merchandised, promoted and available
• Implement promotional displays and merchandising material
• Achieve monthly team, brand and vendor targets
• Keep abreast with new products and product lines
• Follow the Health Department’s administrative processes and procedures, including, but not limited to, weekly returns, stock control and monitoring of stock levels

Competencies:

Essential:

• Promotions and personal selling
• Customer service
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic report analysis
• Team player
• Time management
• Honest and trustworthy

Advantageous:

• Product knowledge and stock control
• Bilingual

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Merchandiser for their Cape Road store. You will ensure that basic Dis-Chem merchandising standards are properly executed and maintained. Your responsibilities will also lie in providing excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Up to 6 months’ retail experience
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

• At least 1 year retail experience

Job Description:

• Restock merchandise as needed to ensure maximum sales
• Ensure delivered stock/stock pulled from the storeroom, is stored and packed in the correct space timeously
• Ensure stock on shelves has not reached sell-by date
• Ensure the full range of products is on the shelves at all times
• Facilitate rotation of stock on a regular, FIFO basis
• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management
• Assist with counting of stock files and general stocktaking
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s operating standards, store layout and planograms
• Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock, and taken to the designated area
• Ensure front shop shelves and products are neatly presented and visible at all times, with correct labels and pricing
• Report all price discrepancies to management
• Keep abreast of current and new products
• Ensure merchandising displays are built, faced up, stocked and maintained
• Maintain daily physical upkeep of store and merchandise displays, and be responsible for your designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor
• Assist with loading and off-loading of stock
• Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked
• Assist with back shopping
• Assist in training of new staff
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers
• Ensure all out of stock queries from customers are followed up with the customer service out of stock list
• Ensure all customer stock queries are dealt with and resolved
• Ensure the correct uniform and badge are worn at all times
• Minimise any losses by handling all merchandise carefully
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of the English language
• Presentable
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry
• Product and category knowledge
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stock taking
• Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires a Receiving Clerk for their Cape Road Store. You will ensure the efficient and accurate receiving and packing of stock in line with Dis-Chem’s SOPs and requirements, and customer needs within the store.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Computer literate
• Sound numerical skills
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

• Previous receiving / retail / FMCG experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurately verify, scan and capture physical goods received for the store, in accordance with company policy and standard operating procedures
• Receive all warehouse goods and invoices in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Return all unordered or damaged goods delivered to the store and accurately complete credit notes for non-acceptance in accordance with company policy and SOPs
• Verify and check deliveries and invoices for total accuracy
• Ensure goods delivered are the goods invoiced and captured in terms of quantities, variant and condition
• Assist the Receiving Manager in preparing and logging warehouse claims on the warehouse claims system
• Ensure the flow of stock receipts through receiving is maintained, that deliveries arriving are receipted the same day and sent to the floor
• Process all returns to suppliers in compliance with company SOPs
• Ensure all physical controls over the goods receiving area are in place and operational
• Maintain storerooms are in an acceptable and orderly condition
• Assist in managing and controlling high-risk stock

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of receiving operating procedures, administration
• Strong command of the English language
• Effective interaction with suppliers, management, reps and staff
• Sound analytical skills
• Time management
• Heavy lifting + 20kg

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Operating of the stock rotating system

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Cape Road store has an opportunity available for a Retail Store Assistant to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be assist with the overall management of the store to ensure, operational and administrative duties are performed as per the standard policy and procedure.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel and Outlook). SAP.
• Retail experience

Job Specification…

• Manage and report all customer complements and complaints to management.
• Establish a professional relationship with customers.
• Ensure all customer stock queries are dealt with and resolved.
• Maintain effective external communication with customers when they require feedback.
• Assist customer with any enquiries and refer customers to the appropriate departments where applicable.
• Adhere to the customer turnover per hour rate as per company benchmark.
• Manage the shorts and overs at the point of sale, including the floats.
• Manage refund and return transactions.
• Ensure that back shopping and returned goods are handled correctly.
• Verify and review deliveries and invoices for total accuracy.
• Assist the Receiving Manager in preparing and logging Distribution Centre claims on the Distribution Centre claims system.
• Manage and control high risk stock
• Prepare the run reconciliation on a daily basis.
• Prepare, order and receive the branch change requirements to ensure cashiers have enough change to ensure the best customer service levels.
• Maintain effective liaison between relevant parties.
• Maintain effective document control including but not limited to float, petty cash, cash on hand.

Competencies

Essential:

• Retail administration and operational knowledge
• Team player, good customer relations
• Leadership and management skills
• Trustworthy and honesty
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies require a Store Driver for their Whale Coast Village Store, in Hermanus. You will be responsible for delivering goods to customers in a timely, productive and professional manner

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Driver’s license: Code 8/10
• Willing and able to work retail hours and/or shifts

Advantageous:

• Previous experience in a similar role

Job Description:

• Safely transport products to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner
• Be open to learning the various dispatch functions
• Ensure the correct products are delivered to the correct customer within the specified time
• Ensure that fridge line deliveries are prioritised and transported using cooler boxes and cold packs
• Use the shortest and most efficient route to the customer, and back to the store
• Return back to the store immediately after delivery, so the vehicle can be utilised for a second or third delivery
• Ensure that after completion of delivery, that the vehicle is repacked to prevent boxes from falling and damaging the stock or vehicle
• Be fully accountable for all damages and losses through the delivery process
• Provide special care when delivering fragile and hazardous products
• Comply with minimum standards of efficiency and accuracy, in order to meet company standards
• Follow delivery/pickup instructions from manager
• Ensure that all collections/store returns / inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the receiving area
• Ensure all delivery paperwork is signed upon delivery
• Ensure to have the correct names and addresses of customers
• Ensure all invoices recorded on the delivery log sheet, are available and correctly recorded
• Ensure all invoices are signed in the correct manner and to report any discrepancies to the relevant manager
• Comply with the company vehicle policy at all times
• Complete and maintain an accurate vehicle logbook
• Process payments on all transactions via EFT and cash
• Ensure that the vehicle is never unattended during the delivery process
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and washed
• Inspect the vehicle for any defects and safe operating conditions before, during and after trips; and report any concerns to the manager
• Report on all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment
• Adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations as per the National Road Traffic Act
• Be responsible for any traffic fines allocated to the vehicle you drive
• Create effective and efficient relationships with internal and external customers to improve operating efficiencies
• Establish long-term customer relationship through prompt and courteous service
• Ensure professional behaviour when dealing with customers
• Report customer complaints, compliments, requests to management, and provide feedback

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of the English language
• Presentable
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Casual Merchandiser for their store in Hermanus, Western Cape Region. You will ensure that basic Dis-Chem merchandising standards are properly executed and maintained. Your responsibilities will also lie in providing excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Up to 6 months’ retail experience
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

• At least 1 year retail experience

Job Description:

• Restock merchandise as needed to ensure maximum sales
• Ensure delivered stock/stock pulled from the storeroom, is stored and packed in the correct space timeously
• Ensure stock on shelves has not reached sell-by date
• Ensure the full range of products is on the shelves at all times
• Facilitate rotation of stock on a regular, FIFO basis
• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management
• Assist with counting of stock files and general stocktaking
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s operating standards, store layout and planograms
• Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock, and taken to the designated area
• Ensure front shop shelves and products are neatly presented and visible at all times, with correct labels and pricing
• Report all price discrepancies to management
• Keep abreast of current and new products
• Ensure merchandising displays are built, faced up, stocked and maintained
• Maintain daily physical upkeep of store and merchandise displays, and be responsible for your designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor
• Assist with loading and off-loading of stock
• Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked
• Assist with back shopping
• Assist in training of new staff
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers
• Ensure all out of stock queries from customers are followed up with the customer service out of stock list
• Ensure all customer stock queries are dealt with and resolved
• Ensure the correct uniform and badge are worn at all times
• Minimise any losses by handling all merchandise carefully
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of the English language
• Presentable
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Bilingual
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry
• Product and category knowledge
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stock taking
• Report bad/suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the services of a reputable Health Consultant specialising in Vitamins and Supplements for their store in Kenilworth Centre. 
You will be responsible for effectively promoting and selling Dis-Chem Health Focus products through consistent customer service,

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric 
• Minimum of 6 months’ sales experience in a Vitamins / Health environment
• Strong command of the English language
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous:

• Qualification in BSc Biomedicine and/or BSc Biotechnology, or relevant qualification within the health focus field
• Sales experience in a retail environment
• Experience in the health industry (vitamins, supplements or health foods)
• Fluent in a 2nd language prominently spoken in the area

Job description:

• Assist and advise customers, and ensure the highest levels of customer care and service are met
• Assist with back shopping when requested to do so, to ensure the effective operation of the department and store
• Keep merchandise displays in the health focus area stocked and faced up
• Report all price discrepancies to management as they appear
• Adhere to store layouts within the Health Department
• Ensure broadsheet items are well displayed, merchandised, promoted and available
• Implement promotional displays and merchandising material
• Achieve monthly team, brand and vendor targets
• Keep abreast with new products and product lines
• Follow the Health Department’s administrative processes and procedures, including, but not limited to, weekly returns, stock control and monitoring of stock levels

Competencies:

Essential:

• Promotions and personal selling
• Customer service
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic report analysis
• Team player
• Time management
• Honest and trustworthy

Advantageous:

• Product knowledge and stock control
• Bilingual

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Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires experienced Cashiers for their Fountain Est - Jeffrey's Bay store. Support customer service at point of sale while ensuring a world-class shopping experience. Record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system according to company policies & standard operating procedures, with zero tolerance toward inaccuracies & elimination of fraud risk

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A minimum of 6 months’ experience cashier/till operations experience
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic customer service
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Job Description:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures
• Establish a professional relationship with customers
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor, or store management
• Adhere to the customer turnover hourly rate
• Be aware of current sales and promotions
• Ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to any risk
• Carry out and manage Dis-Chem 5 star communication principles
• Be responsible for cash flow
• Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the supervisor
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so
• Transact all purchases – receive and process all payments (cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, other forms of payments) accepted by Dis-Chem
• Process all loyalty cards including those of our accelerator partners (Discovery Health Care, Medihelp Lifestage, Momentum Multiply, Legacy Lifestyle, ABSA Rewards and eBucks)
• Ensure cash is placed in drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s SOPs
• Ensure usage of your code and password is restricted to only you; is safe, and is changed regularly
• Ensure all outgoing stock/items/scripts are scanned and paid for
• Ensure that all money is strictly kept safely and securely inside the till
• Handle daily takings confidentially, and only discuss with management
• Be alert, recognise and report suspicious behaviour to management
• Address queries regarding store merchandise
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures

Competencies:

Essential:

• In-depth knowledge of operating cash registers, and maintaining cash drawers
• Knowledge of processing sales, refunds and payments
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Presentable
• Emotional intelligence
• Social awareness
• Accountability
• Problem-solving
• Analyse basic reports
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management 

Advantageous:

• Third additional language

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Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Ferndale. 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

Job Description:

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and industry best
• Manage the average “feet-per-hour” rate and set clinic objectives to enhance patient
• Ensure all clinic services are available at the
• 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
• Process claims accurately and timeously according to industry
• Ensure all stock and equipment in the clinic is in a working condition according to industry
• Ensure stock is sufficient in the Clinic according to business
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with the following stakeholders: Patients, Store and Dispensary Manager, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Reps, key role players in the community, and other Healthcare

Competencies:
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-direct 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