Current Vacancies at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Job Description

• Dis- Chem Blueberry Square requires a Frontshop Assistant, to uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or Senior Certificate
• 0 – 6 Months Retail work experience  

Advantageous:

• 1 Year work experience within Retail  
• Certification in Retail Business Management

Job Description: 

• Ensure that full ranges of products are on the shelves at all times and neatly presented.
• Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up on, in line with the customer service out of stock list and ensure they are dealt with in a timeous manner.
• Ensure delivered stock and/ or stock pulled from the storeroom are stored and packed in the correct space.
• Ensure merchandise displays, labels and pricing are correct at all times and report all price discrepancies to management.
• Ensure the storeroom organised, neat and tidy.
• Keep up to date with new product knowledge to effectively assist customers.
• Assist with restocking of merchandise and supplies when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Assist with back shopping when required.
• All merchandise must be handled carefully to prevent any losses.
• Transact all purchases – receive, verify and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons and any other acceptable payments.
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so by the Frontshop Leader.
• Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerated partners.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a Frontshop Leader and/ or Retail Store Assistant.
• Ensure accurate cash flow at all times.
• Facilitate rotation of stoke on a regular basis and adhere to Dis-Chem stock control procedures.
• Report low stock levels, items that are out of stock, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with the counting of stock files and general stocktaking.
• Identify and report damaged and expired stock immediately to management.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock when needed.
• Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock and taken to the designated area.
• Establish a professional relationship with customers and provide friendly, helpful, courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Report customer compliments and complaints to management.
• Adhere to the customer turnover per hour rate as per company benchmark.
• Assist with the training of new and current team members.
• Ensure that outgoing stock/ items/ scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Keep daily takings (cash, cheques, vouchers, card slips, line voids and incomplete dockets) inside the till drawer until they are placed in the drop safe.
• Report bad and suspicious behaviour for both staff and customers to management.
• Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Adhere to the Dis-Chem uniform and personal appearance policy

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of retail operations and administration
• finds solutions to potential issues as well as knowing when to escalate the problem and what level to escalate it to.
• Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Conveys ideas and facts verbally using language
• Addresses customer questions in a timely manner
• Recognises the need for procedures and follows relevant procedures.
• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight

Advantageous:

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook), numerical skills. SAP.

Special conditions of employment:

• Be able to work retail hours
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record and clear credit rating
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacy require a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Optenhorst store. Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the  dispensary. To provide excellent customer service.

Essential:

• Grade 12 Mathematics (HG), Life Science and or Physical Science obtain at least an average of 50%
• Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification
• Computer, numerical skills

Advantageous:

• Unisolv, and E-Scripting

Job Description:

A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant (post-basic) may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:

• The sale of Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 medicines.
• Assist with the compounding, manipulation or preparation of a non-sterile or sterile medicine or scheduled substance according to a formula and Standard Operating Procedures approved by the responsible pharmacist
• The re-packaging of medicine 
• The distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances
• The reading and preparation of a prescription, the selection, manipulation or compounding of the medicine, the labelling and supply of the medicine in an appropriate container following the interpretation and evaluation of the prescription by a pharmacist
• The provision of instructions regarding the correct use of medicine supplied; and
• the provision of information to individuals in order to promote health
• Learn to 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 patient details accurately and verify patient’s details
• Ensure accurate picking, packing and labelling of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions
• Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing
• Ensure that all medication is checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist
• Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 medicines
• Assist the re-packaging of medicine
• To achieve minimum requirements to comply with MAPL
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop within the scope of practice
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health
• To follow through on promises made to customers regarding special orders and to follows medical aid queries
• Process all paperwork necessary for the accurate submission of claims to medical aids
• Correct errors on scripts rejected by medical aid
• Ensure authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication
• Maintain customer profiles on the system
• Take note of any messages on the customer profile and take suitable action 
• Report on low or out of stock levels and stock errors to the responsible pharmacist
• Assist with scheduled stock takes
• Exercise stock and asset control
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the standard operating procedures set out by the company and merchandise according to FIFO
• Housekeeping must be in accordance with The Local Choice Corporate Stores standards
• Adhere to The Local Choice Corporate Stores Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations
• Adhere to The Local Choice Corporate Stores Uniform and personal appearance policy
• Adhere to GPP standards
• Assist in maintaining annual pharmacy declaration and CPD requirements
• Sign up Loyalty Cards and link with the patient profile
• Assist with Health Windows in ensuring it’s attended correctly
• Assist with Blister packing in ensuring it’s executed correctly

Competencies:

Essential:

• Good communication and listening skills
• Focus on customer service
• Problem solving skills
• Team player
• Conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management, adherence to deadlines, dealing with pressure
• Attention to detail

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG experience
• 2nd Language other than English

Special conditions of employment:

• Registered with Pharmacy Council
• Physically Fit – standing for long hours
• Driver’s license/ Reliable transport
• South African citizen or valid work permit
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 14 October 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Merchandiser for our Langhenhoven Park Store in Bloemfontein, Free State.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that basic Dis-Chem merchandising standards are properly executed and maintained.
• The role will also involve providing excellent customer service to ensure a positive customer experience.

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 of retail experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise as required to ensure maximum sales.
• Ensure delivered stock and stock pulled from the storeroom is stored and packed in the correct space and timeously.
• Ensure stock on shelves has not reached its sell-by date.
• Ensure the full range of products is available on the shelves at all times.
• Facilitate regular stock rotation on a FIFO basis.
• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with counting 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 the daily physical upkeep of the store and merchandise displays.
• Take responsibility for designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock.
• Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked.
• Assist with back shopping.
• Assist in the training of new staff.
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Ensure all out-of-stock customer queries are followed up using 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 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 and professional appearance.
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff.
• Trustworthy and honest.
• Good time-management skills.

Advantageous

• Bilingual.
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry.
• Product and category knowledge.
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stocktaking.
• Ability to report bad or suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes while ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store.
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Closing Date 29 September 2026

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Job Description

• The Local Choice Pharmacy require a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Hazyview store.
• Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the  dispensary. To provide 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 of retail experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise as required to ensure maximum sales.
• Ensure delivered stock and stock pulled from the storeroom is stored and packed in the correct space and timeously.
• Ensure stock on shelves has not reached its sell-by date.
• Ensure the full range of products is available on the shelves at all times.
• Facilitate regular stock rotation on a FIFO basis.
• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with counting 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 the daily physical upkeep of the store and merchandise displays.
• Take responsibility for designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock.
• Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked.
• Assist with back shopping.
• Assist in the training of new staff.
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Ensure all out-of-stock customer queries are followed up using 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 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 and professional appearance.
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff.
• Trustworthy and honest.
• Good time-management skills.

Advantageous

• Bilingual.
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry.
• Product and category knowledge.
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stocktaking.
• Ability to report bad or suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes while ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store.
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• The Local Choice Pharmacy require a Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their I'Langa Mall store.
• Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the  dispensary. To provide excellent customer service.
• Perform specified duties under the direct personal supervision of a Pharmacist in the  dispensary. To provide 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 of retail experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Restock merchandise as required to ensure maximum sales.
• Ensure delivered stock and stock pulled from the storeroom is stored and packed in the correct space and timeously.
• Ensure stock on shelves has not reached its sell-by date.
• Ensure the full range of products is available on the shelves at all times.
• Facilitate regular stock rotation on a FIFO basis.
• Report low stock levels, out-of-stock items, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with counting 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 the daily physical upkeep of the store and merchandise displays.
• Take responsibility for designated stock in the storeroom as well as on the shop floor.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock.
• Ensure items without barcodes are clearly marked.
• Assist with back shopping.
• Assist in the training of new staff.
• Provide friendly, helpful and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Ensure all out-of-stock customer queries are followed up using 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 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 and professional appearance.
• Effective engagement with customers, management and staff.
• Trustworthy and honest.
• Good time-management skills.

Advantageous

• Bilingual.
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and the FMCG industry.
• Product and category knowledge.
• Ability to analyse ZMORE reports for ordering and stocktaking.
• Ability to report bad or suspicious behaviour relating to both staff and customers.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes while ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store.
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Pharmacist Assistant Basic Qualified to join the team. The main purpose of this role will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and promoting the notion of quality lifelong learning. 

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50%.
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification.

Job Description:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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;
• The re-packaging of medicine;
• The distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances; and
• The provision of information to individuals in order to promote health
• Learn to 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 patient details accurately and verify the patient’s details on the system.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing/labeling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 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 the re-packaging of medicine.
• Assist in the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking reports as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Explain all medical aid costs to patients.

Competencies

Essential:

• Ability to work under pressure
• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Deadline driven

Advantageous:

• 3rd Language

Special conditions of employment:

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

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Thatchfield store has an opportunity available for a Dispensary Support to join the team. The main purpose of this is to employ learners who are capable of doing and completing the learner basic pharmacist assistant course.
• This course will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and dispensing and promotes the notion of quality on the job learning.
• Staff will be employed in a Fixed Term position as Dispensary Support until such time as they are registered with the SAPC as learner basic assistants. Only once qualified as a basic pharmacist assistant will permanent employment be offered.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics 50%, Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50% 

Job Specification…

• Dispensary Support staff must have completed a proficiency test approving them to apply for registration with Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a learner basic assistant. 

A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant learner basic; may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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 unpacking and merchandising of stock and cleaning of dispensary and OTC shelves approved by the responsible pharmacist.
• Any other duties assigned to them by the Dispensary Manager.
• Learn to accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the control of stock (manage cleanliness and packing organisation of shelves and medicine expiry dates) of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Assist with call centre scripts and patient service telephone calls.
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health.
• Assist with scheme authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the SOP set out by the company.

Competencies

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak.
• Time management, deadline driven, dealing with pressure, attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, listening, customer service/focus, problem solving, team player, conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct, trustworthy and honest.
• Computer, numerical skills.

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG, Dis-Chem front shop experience and a good performance record.
• Drug and family planning and complementary medicine.
• 3rd
• Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting.

Special conditions of employment:

• Proficiency test assessing capability to register with Pharmacy Council
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Pharmacist Assistant Basic Qualified to join the team. The main purpose of this role will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and promoting the notion of quality lifelong learning. 

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50%.
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant Qualification.

Job Description:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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;
• The re-packaging of medicine;
• The distribution and control of the stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances; and
• The provision of information to individuals in order to promote health
• Learn to 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 patient details accurately and verify the patient’s details on the system.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing/labeling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Give accurate instructions to the patients regarding the correct use of medicine supplied
• Keep abreast of changes in medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the sale of Schedule 1 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 the re-packaging of medicine.
• Assist in the distribution and control of stock of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Advise and assist patients at the dispensary, self-medication counter and front-shop.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking reports as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Explain all medical aid costs to patients.

Competencies

Essential:

• Ability to work under pressure
• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Deadline driven

Advantageous:

• 3rd Language

Special conditions of employment:

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

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Vorna Valley has an opportunity available for a Dispensary Support to join the team. The main purpose of this is to employ learners who are capable of doing and completing the learner basic pharmacist assistant course.
• This course will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and dispensing and promotes the notion of quality on the job learning.
• Staff will be employed in a Fixed Term position as Dispensary Support until such time as they are registered with the SAPC as learner basic assistants. Only once qualified as a basic pharmacist assistant will permanent employment be offered.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics 50%, Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50% 

Job Specification…

• Dispensary Support staff must have completed a proficiency test approving them to apply for registration with Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a learner basic assistant. 

A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant learner basic; may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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 unpacking and merchandising of stock and cleaning of dispensary and OTC shelves approved by the responsible pharmacist.
• Any other duties assigned to them by the Dispensary Manager.
• Learn to accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the control of stock (manage cleanliness and packing organisation of shelves and medicine expiry dates) of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Assist with call centre scripts and patient service telephone calls.
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health.
• Assist with scheme authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the SOP set out by the company.

Competencies

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak.
• Time management, deadline driven, dealing with pressure, attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, listening, customer service/focus, problem solving, team player, conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct, trustworthy and honest.
• Computer, numerical skills.

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG, Dis-Chem front shop experience and a good performance record.
• Drug and family planning and complementary medicine.
• 3rd
• Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting.

Special conditions of employment:

• Proficiency test assessing capability to register with Pharmacy Council
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Raslouw store has an opportunity available for a Dispensary Support to join the team. The main purpose of this is to employ learners who are capable of doing and completing the learner basic pharmacist assistant course.
• This course will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and dispensing and promotes the notion of quality on the job learning.
• Staff will be employed in a Fixed Term position as Dispensary Support until such time as they are registered with the SAPC as learner basic assistants. Only once qualified as a basic pharmacist assistant will permanent employment be offered.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics 50%, Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50% 

Job Specification…

• Dispensary Support staff must have completed a proficiency test approving them to apply for registration with Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a learner basic assistant. 

A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant learner basic; may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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 unpacking and merchandising of stock and cleaning of dispensary and OTC shelves approved by the responsible pharmacist.
• Any other duties assigned to them by the Dispensary Manager.
• Learn to accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the control of stock (manage cleanliness and packing organisation of shelves and medicine expiry dates) of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Assist with call centre scripts and patient service telephone calls.
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health.
• Assist with scheme authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the SOP set out by the company.

Competencies

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak.
• Time management, deadline driven, dealing with pressure, attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, listening, customer service/focus, problem solving, team player, conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct, trustworthy and honest.
• Computer, numerical skills.

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG, Dis-Chem front shop experience and a good performance record.
• Drug and family planning and complementary medicine.
• 3rd
• Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting.

Special conditions of employment:

• Proficiency test assessing capability to register with Pharmacy Council
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Responsible for dispensing medications, providing pharmaceutical expertise to patients and healthcare professionals, and ensuring the safe and effective use of prescription medications.

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 
• Computer literate – MS Office 

Advantageous:

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

Duties and Responsibilities

Dispensing of Medication:

• Dispensing of Medication under direct personal supervision of Pharmacist
• 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.

Customer Service:

• 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. Administration:
• 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.

Stock Control:

• 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

Competencies:

Essential:

• Comprehensive medicine knowledge including common dosing regimes, interactions and counselling to ensure appropriate and effective treatment outcomes. Understanding of Retail as pertains to pharmacy.
• Ability to think critically
• Possess excellent communication skills to guide patients on medication usage and side effects. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people from all sections of the community. English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Finds solutions to potential issues as well as knowing when to escalate the problem and what level to escalate it to.
• Acts as a role model to others and talks to others about the need for high standards and quality. Demonstrates drive to ensure that quality is not compromised.
• Time management. Able to meet deadlines. Demonstrate patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Computer, numerical skills. Unisolv and SAP, E-Scripting 

Special conditions of employment:

• 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

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Kyalami Corner store has an opportunity available for a Dispensary Support to join the team. The main purpose of this is to employ learners who are capable of doing and completing the learner basic pharmacist assistant course.
• This course will equip learners to understand the underlying principles of all of the major areas related to the pharmaceutical environment and dispensing and promotes the notion of quality on the job learning.
• Staff will be employed in a Fixed Term position as Dispensary Support until such time as they are registered with the SAPC as learner basic assistants. Only once qualified as a basic pharmacist assistant will permanent employment be offered.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or a Senior Certificate with Pure Mathematics 50%, Life Science and or Physical Science and obtained at least an average of 50% 

Job Specification…

• Dispensary Support staff must have completed a proficiency test approving them to apply for registration with Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a learner basic assistant. 

A pharmacist's assistant registered in the category pharmacist's assistant learner basic; may perform the following services or acts under the direct personal supervision of a pharmacist in a pharmacy:

• The sale of Schedule 1 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 unpacking and merchandising of stock and cleaning of dispensary and OTC shelves approved by the responsible pharmacist.
• Any other duties assigned to them by the Dispensary Manager.
• Learn to accurately interpret scripts and act in a professional and responsible manner and within the legal requirements in accordance with the South African Pharmaceutical Council.
• Ensure accurate picking / packing / labelling and checking of medication and be aware of common dosages as well as important drug interactions.
• Ensure that all medications, are checked for accuracy by a pharmacist and signed by a pharmacist.
• Assist in the control of stock (manage cleanliness and packing organisation of shelves and medicine expiry dates) of Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 medicines or scheduled substances.
• Follow up with patients regarding script tracking report as requested by the dispensary manager and follow up appointments.
• Assist with call centre scripts and patient service telephone calls.
• Provide information to individuals in order to promote health.
• Assist with scheme authorization of chronic, HIV and AIDS and oncology medication.
• Report on low - / out of stock levels and stock errors to the dispensary manager.
• Receive dispensary stock in accordance with the SOP set out by the company.

Competencies

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak.
• Time management, deadline driven, dealing with pressure, attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, listening, customer service/focus, problem solving, team player, conflict management, leading by example, accountability, professional conduct, trustworthy and honest.
• Computer, numerical skills.

Advantageous:

• Retail FMCG, Dis-Chem front shop experience and a good performance record.
• Drug and family planning and complementary medicine.
• 3rd
• Unisolv, SAP and E-Scripting.

Special conditions of employment:

• Proficiency test assessing capability to register with Pharmacy Council
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant (PBQ) Fixed Term for their Cape Road 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)

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Oncology experience
• 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

Special conditions of employment:

• 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 a long period
• South African Citizen 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 29 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the committed services of a customer-oriented Cosmetics Consultant for their Aloe Pharmacy store. You will be tasked with the effective promoting and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products, through excellent and consistent customer service.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Retail experience as a sales consultant
• Computer literate
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Cosmetic, fragrance and/or beauty experience

Job Description:

• Escalate serious and unresolved customer complaint to the manager
• Provide a high level of customer care and service
• Demonstrate products through makeovers, cosmetics demonstration, spray promotions and/or activities
• Manage stock levels according to Dis-Chem procedures – report on short, damage and expired stock to manager
• Ensure merchandising and displays are set up attractively
• Maximise store income by achieving department, brand and vendor sales
• Keep up to date regarding products, brands and the retail industry
• Be responsible for all cosmetics, fragrances and beauty house promotions
• Manage Salon appointments
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Be a team player
• Provide excellent customer service
• Understand stock reports and sales (target and commission calculations)
• Work according to a task schedule

 Advantageous:

• Promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison and product knowledge
• Previous sales and promotional training
• Manage expired, damaged stock, and ensure stock rotation
• Bilingual
• Stock management

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 29 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis- Chem Thatchfield requires a Frontshop Assistant, to uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or Senior Certificate
• 0 – 6 Months Retail work experience  

Advantageous:

• 1 Year work experience within Retail  
• Certification in Retail Business Management

Job Description: 

• Ensure that full ranges of products are on the shelves at all times and neatly presented.
• Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up on, in line with the customer service out of stock list and ensure they are dealt with in a timeous manner.
• Ensure delivered stock and/ or stock pulled from the storeroom are stored and packed in the correct space.
• Ensure merchandise displays, labels and pricing are correct at all times and report all price discrepancies to management.
• Ensure the storeroom organised, neat and tidy.
• Keep up to date with new product knowledge to effectively assist customers.
• Assist with restocking of merchandise and supplies when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Assist with back shopping when required.
• All merchandise must be handled carefully to prevent any losses.
• Transact all purchases – receive, verify and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons and any other acceptable payments.
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so by the Frontshop Leader.
• Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerated partners.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a Frontshop Leader and/ or Retail Store Assistant.
• Ensure accurate cash flow at all times.
• Facilitate rotation of stoke on a regular basis and adhere to Dis-Chem stock control procedures.
• Report low stock levels, items that are out of stock, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with the counting of stock files and general stocktaking.
• Identify and report damaged and expired stock immediately to management.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock when needed.
• Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock and taken to the designated area.
• Establish a professional relationship with customers and provide friendly, helpful, courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Report customer compliments and complaints to management.
• Adhere to the customer turnover per hour rate as per company benchmark.
• Assist with the training of new and current team members.
• Ensure that outgoing stock/ items/ scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Keep daily takings (cash, cheques, vouchers, card slips, line voids and incomplete dockets) inside the till drawer until they are placed in the drop safe.
• Report bad and suspicious behaviour for both staff and customers to management.
• Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Adhere to the Dis-Chem uniform and personal appearance policy

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of retail operations and administration
• finds solutions to potential issues as well as knowing when to escalate the problem and what level to escalate it to.
• Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Conveys ideas and facts verbally using language
• Addresses customer questions in a timely manner
• Recognises the need for procedures and follows relevant procedures.
• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight

Advantageous:

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook), numerical skills. SAP.

Special conditions of employment:

• Be able to work retail hours
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record and clear credit rating
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a Auxiliary Nurse  To provide basic nursing care and pre-consultation support to patients attending the Primary Health Clinic.
• Responsible for taking and recording vital signs, facilitating patient flow, obtaining and documenting consent, maintaining accurate patient records, and provide basic administration support Registered Nurse / Professional Nurse.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (or equivalent recognized qualification).
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Auxiliary Nurse, where applicable
• Minimum of 1- 3 yrs experience in primary healthcare, outpatient or clinic environment will be
• Computer literate – MS Office

Duties and Responsibilities:

Pre-Consultation Patient Assessment

• Assist with the preparation of patients before consultation by performing basic assessments as delegated by the Registered Nurse•
• Receive patients in the pre-consultation area in a professional and respectful manner.
• Confirm patient identity using the approved patient identification process.
• Record reason for visiting or presenting complaint as per clinic procedure.

Take, document and report basic vital signs, including:

• Blood pressure
• Pulse
• Temperature
• Respiratory rate
• Oxygen saturation, where applicable
• Weight
• Height
• Body Mass Index, where applicable
• Blood glucose, where delegated and according to protocol
• Identify abnormal vital signs and immediately report these to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with basic screening according to clinic protocols.

Patient Administration

• To support accurate and efficient patient administration in the pre-consultation room.
• Ensure patient demographic details are verified.
• Ensure patient electronic health records are available and updated.
• Record all relevant pre-consultation information accurately.
• Ensure required documents are signed, completed and correctly.
• Capture information on the clinic system.
• Ensure accurate handover of patient information to the Registered Nurse or consulting practitioner.

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Accurately record all vital signs and observations clearly.
• Ensure patient records are complete, legible, dated and signed where required.
• Document consent and patient interactions according to facility policy.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of patient information.
• Comply with legal, ethical and facility record-keeping requirements.

Health and Safety

• Ensure a clean, safe and hygienic patient and clinical environment.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Perform hand hygiene according to protocol.
• Use personal protective equipment appropriately.
• Clean and disinfect equipment between patients.
• Ensure equipment such as blood pressure machines, thermometers, glucometers and scales are clean and functional.
• Report faulty equipment to the Registered Nurse or Clinic Manager.
• Safely handle and dispose of clinical waste according to facility policy or established procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the pre-consultation room.
• Follow occupational health and safety requirements.

Communication and Teamwork

• The Auxiliary Nurse must work closely with the Registered Nurse, doctors, reception team and other healthcare workers.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families and staff.
• Escalate clinical concerns promptly.
• Follow instructions from the Registered Nurse.
• Support efficient patient movement through the clinic.
• Always maintain professional behaviour.
• Participating in clinic meetings, training and quality improvement activities where required.

General

• The Auxiliary Nurse must function strictly within the scope of practice for an Auxiliary Nurse and within facility protocols.
• The Auxiliary Nurse may not:
• Work independently without supervision.
• Diagnose patients.
• Prescribe medication.
• Change treatment plans.
• Give clinical advice outside approved protocol.
• Perform procedures outside the delegated scope.
• Obtain consent for complex clinical procedures without Registered Nurse or practitioner involvement.

The Auxiliary Nurse must immediately escalate to the Registered Nurse if:

• Vital signs are abnormal.
• A patient appears acutely ill or unstable.
• A patient reports chest pain, shortness of breath, severe pain, fainting, confusion or severe bleeding.
• There is uncertainty regarding consent.
• A patient refuses care or withdraws consent.
• There is no clinical, ethical or safety concern.

Competencies:

Essential:

• English and 2nd language – Read, write and speak
• Good communication skills, listening
• Sound understanding of basic nursing principles, anatomy and physiology, patient care practices, infection prevention and control standards, patient safety protocols, confidentiality requirements, health promotion principles, and record-keeping requirements.
• Business acumen
• Cogntive skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Quality Orientation
• Self management skills
• Leadership skills
• technical skills
• Management skills
• Computer literate – MS Office 

Special conditions of employment:

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council
• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Physically fit and able to stand for a long period
• Clear credit and criminal records
• Based in a private Dis-Chem Clinic in store.
• Primarily assigned to the pre-consultation room.
• May be required to assist in other clinic areas within scope and under supervision.
• May require standing for extended periods.
• Must comply with shift schedules, clinic operating hours and facility policies.
• Must wear prescribed uniform and identification badge

Legal Requirements

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary and maintenance of current registration status.
• Practice within the Nursing Act, applicable healthcare legislation, and the prescribed scope of practice.
• Adherence to ethical standards, patient confidentiality requirements, and organisational policies and procedures.
• Compliance with all health, safety, quality assurance, and infection prevention regulations relevant to the healthcare environment.

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 25 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Bedford Crossing  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

Special conditions of employment:

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

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the services of a reputable Health Consultants specialising in Vitamins and Supplements for their I'langa Mall Region.
• 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

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Able and physically fit for walking, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and pushing, pulling lifting and moving objects
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 21 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies Head Office in Delmas has an opportunity available for a CJM Commercial Coordinator. The purpose of the role is to provide comprehensive support to the marketing team.
• Expected to coordinate advertising campaigns across various channels, including print, digital, and other promotions. Including tracking activities and Campaign performances.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Certificate or Diploma in Marketing or related field.
• 2 Years’ Experience in a Marketing role

Advantageous:

• Experience in Health & Pharmacy/ Retail Management/ FMCG

Job Specification…

Marketing Activities Coordination

• Plan, organize, and monitor various commercial and sales activities, projects, and campaigns to ensure they align with company objectives and run smoothly.
• Organize and execute advertising campaigns, coordinating efforts between internal teams and external teams to ensure campaigns meet deadlines and budgets. Monitoring cost
• Keeping every aspect on track according to schedules and S.O.P
• Manage the creation of a campaign from start to finish.
• Manage proposal developments for clients.
• Sourcing exact product info and other promotional material needed for Marketing campaigns
• Ensuring accurate placing of products in all publications and campaigns.

Communication & Liaison

• Serve as a key point of contact for all campaign communication.
• Facilitating communication between the commercial team, clients, stakeholders, and other internal departments like design, logistics and finance.

Proofing

• Ensuring all promotions and advertising materials adhere to company policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborating proofing and feedback loop.
• Communicate proof to stakeholders ensuring that changes are implemented.
• Ensuring that publications are sent to print without any errors.
• Check Pricing.
• Check Pack Shots.

Maintaining records on BMT System together with documentation and reporting

• Prepare, manage, and distribute commercial documents, proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain up-to-date records of commercial activities in relevant databases.
• Analyzing and providing accurate records of all marketing activities.
• Support market analysis to identify business trends, new opportunities and potential clients to improve sales strategies and profitability.
• Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting, financial analysis, monitoring project costs, and ensuring efficient invoicing and payment procedures.
• Ensure CRM data integrity
• Generate Power BI reports

[Marketing Administrative tasks]

• Provide daily support with various administrative tasks.
• Compiling all promotional sheets from start to finish.
• Planning promotional calendars and grids in respective formats.
• Managing meeting schedules.

General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies

Essential:

• Solid knowledge in pharmaceutical marketing.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Market Awareness, strategic thinking, computing & technology.
• Good grammar and spelling, Accurate information giving.
• Teamwork, negotiation, effective communication.
• Strong organizational skills, Customer Focus
• Organization & Resilience
• Adaptability and problem solving
• Time Management & Project Management
• CRM, Solid Microsoft knowledge, Advanced Microsoft is advantageous.

Special conditions of employment:

• Typically, office-based, involve a high level of social interaction with colleagues and clients, and require working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• South African
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 28 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Clinic Nurse Practitioner at our Diamond Pavilion, KImberley Store in the Northern Cape.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and operating a profitable Primary Health Care Clinic within the Dis-Chem store, while ensuring high-quality patient care and operating within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Minimum Requirements

Essential

• Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate.
• Diploma or Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Nursing Practitioner must obtain BHF registration.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience practising as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinic Operations & Compliance

• Ensure the clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated in the operational agreement.
• Ensure all electronic and verbal communication is followed up within a reasonable timeframe.
• Ensure daily checklists are completed, including Clinic Consumables and Temperature Checklists.
• Accurately and timeously process claims to medical aids/health insurance.
• Ensure all required clinic services are available and report any service gaps to management.
• Maintain accurate records of patient details on the electronic system.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Adhere to healthcare regulations, safety standards and infection control protocols.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
• Ensure patient queues are effectively managed.

Communication

• Communicate all compliments and complaints to management.
• Provide management with feedback regarding the average “feet per hour” count, including set targets.
• Ensure all clinic services are available and report any service gaps to management.
• Ensure effective communication with the Clinic Department in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Stock Control

• Perform a full inventory and stock count upon arrival at the clinic for newly appointed and internally transferred Nursing Practitioners.
• Conduct monthly inventory of assets to maintain standards.
• Conduct bi-weekly stock counts to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Manage government stock in accordance with the government stock Standard Operating Procedure.
• Ensure all stock in the clinic is checked for expiration before being used on patients.
• Dispose of expired stock in accordance with Dis-Chem’s Standard Operating Procedure.
• Adhere to vaccination compliance Standard Operating Procedures when packing the refrigerator.
• Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained in the clinic.

Customer Service

Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including:

• Patients.
• Staff.
• Medical aids.
• Suppliers and representatives.
• Key role players in the community.
• Other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure you are present in the clinic when on duty, in accordance with contracted hours.
• Build and maintain healthy working relationships with Store and Dispensary Management.
• Be visible around the store and assist customers when not attending to patients.

General Responsibilities

• Adhere to the clinic’s uniform policy while on duty.
• Adhere to patient schedules in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem customer service policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies

Knowledge

• Community health nursing.
• Primary health care and/or occupational health nursing.
• Family planning.
• Cytology.
• IUD.
• Pharmacology.
• EPI / Cold Chain Management.
• Sexually transmitted diseases.
• Emergency care.
• HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counselling.
• Breastfeeding.
• Pathology.
• Wound care.
• Good knowledge and understanding of standard operating procedures.

Cognitive Skills

• Ability to understand monthly clinic statistics and commission.

Business Acumen

• Ability to balance clinical expertise with the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Communication Skills

• Strong command of English – read, write, speak and understand.

Interpersonal Skills

• High emotional intelligence.
• Entrepreneurial flair.
• Trustworthy and honest.

Quality Orientation

• Commitment to high-quality patient care, safety and patient satisfaction.

Self-Management Skills

• Focuses time and effort on key tasks.
• Groups related tasks to work more efficiently.
• Easily transitions between tasks and picks up where left off when interrupted.

Technical Skills

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office:

• Outlook.
• Excel.
• Word.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to assist at other stores, in addition to the base store, when necessary and according to business needs.
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic within a Dis-Chem store.
• South African citizen.
• MIE, no criminal record and clear credit rating.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

Remuneration & Benefits

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

Closing Date 29 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies Head Office in Delmas has an opportunity available for a CJM Finance Clerk. This position is responsible for clerical and administrative support in order to optimize financial department workflow procedures in the office.
• Assist CJM Bookkeeper, including management by supporting them with planning and distributing information, capturing financial data and provide input in financial department. Be point of reference for all first line financial and accounting queries, requests or issues and will be an integral part of the company’s workforce.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years in the financial field

Advantageous:

• Undergraduate Qualification in Financial Management and/or Accounting

Job Specification…

Office Administration:

• Deliver service coordination and administrative support.
• Setting up appointments and organizing meetings.
• Compile and prepare relevant document as assigned.
• Handling of queries and related documentation.

Customer Service and Communication:

• Assist the CJM Bookkeeper in building and maintaining good relationships with third party financial institutions and stakeholders.
• Handle communication on behalf of the CJM Bookkeeper as per standard operating procedures.
• Screen phone calls, enquiries, request and handle them in a polite manner.
• Handle communication as per standard operating procedures.
• Provide clear and informed feedback to staff members when asked about related matters or redirect accordingly. 
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy in all circumstances

Financial Assistance:

• Gather information on financial plans, budgets, forecasts and cashflows, in order for the CJM Bookkeeper to compile the information into a workable format.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of all transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Communicate financial information and prepare and present financial reports to the CJM Bookkeeper.
• Maintain petty cash successfully and ensure that the petty cash balances every month.
• Assist in monthly franchise billing to ensure accurate billing to all franchisees and assist with queries regarding franchise billing.
• Assist and manage all account applications between CJ Marketing and CJ Distribution and assist with queries where necessary.
• Manage invoicing of various accounts receivable and payable.
• Assist with all third-party vendor applications.

General:

• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies

Essential:

• Basic financial knowledge and understanding of accounting and financial management practices, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Familiarity with relevant financial regulations and compliance standards applicable to the pharmacy sector. Knowledge and understanding of basic financial principles.
• Strong ethics and integrity in handling confidential financial information and adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Capability to evaluate financial information critically, assessing the implications of data on overall business operations, and the cognitive understanding of financial
  components and skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills with team members to ensure smooth and effective cooperation with team members, management team and all stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contributing to shared goals while supporting colleagues in their tasks. Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attend to all tasks diligently to ensure attention to detail and quality in finishing tasks.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. Skill in creating and maintaining project schedules.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft (excel, word, PowerPoint); Basic knowledge of accounting software.

Special conditions of employment:

• Office based; occasional travelling may be required.
• South African
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport 

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 28 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis- Chem Sasolburg requires a Frontshop Assistant, to uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric or Senior Certificate
• 0 – 6 Months Retail work experience  

Advantageous:

• 1 Year work experience within Retail  
• Certification in Retail Business Management

Job Description: 

• Ensure that full ranges of products are on the shelves at all times and neatly presented.
• Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up on, in line with the customer service out of stock list and ensure they are dealt with in a timeous manner.
• Ensure delivered stock and/ or stock pulled from the storeroom are stored and packed in the correct space.
• Ensure merchandise displays, labels and pricing are correct at all times and report all price discrepancies to management.
• Ensure the storeroom organised, neat and tidy.
• Keep up to date with new product knowledge to effectively assist customers.
• Assist with restocking of merchandise and supplies when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Assist with back shopping when required.
• All merchandise must be handled carefully to prevent any losses.
• Transact all purchases – receive, verify and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons and any other acceptable payments.
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so by the Frontshop Leader.
• Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerated partners.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a Frontshop Leader and/ or Retail Store Assistant.
• Ensure accurate cash flow at all times.
• Facilitate rotation of stoke on a regular basis and adhere to Dis-Chem stock control procedures.
• Report low stock levels, items that are out of stock, damaged stock and expired stock to management.
• Assist with the counting of stock files and general stocktaking.
• Identify and report damaged and expired stock immediately to management.
• Assist with the loading and off-loading of stock when needed.
• Ensure boxes are flattened after unpacking stock and taken to the designated area.
• Establish a professional relationship with customers and provide friendly, helpful, courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• Report customer compliments and complaints to management.
• Adhere to the customer turnover per hour rate as per company benchmark.
• Assist with the training of new and current team members.
• Ensure that outgoing stock/ items/ scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Keep daily takings (cash, cheques, vouchers, card slips, line voids and incomplete dockets) inside the till drawer until they are placed in the drop safe.
• Report bad and suspicious behaviour for both staff and customers to management.
• Housekeeping must be in accordance to Dis-Chem standards.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Adhere to the Dis-Chem uniform and personal appearance policy

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of retail operations and administration
• finds solutions to potential issues as well as knowing when to escalate the problem and what level to escalate it to.
• Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Conveys ideas and facts verbally using language
• Addresses customer questions in a timely manner
• Recognises the need for procedures and follows relevant procedures.
• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight

Advantageous:

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook), numerical skills. SAP.

Special conditions of employment:

• Be able to work retail hours
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record and clear credit rating
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 22 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Delmas (Mpumalanga) has an opportunity available for a Finance Clerk. You will be required to do reconciliation and payments of Dis-Chem Supplier Accounts.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• 2-3 years relevant experience working in accounts

Advantageous:

• Relevant Finance Qualification
• SAP, BEST and Readsoft experience
• Experience working in an accounts department

Job Specification…

• Reconcile vendor accounts on BEST to prepare for payments.
• Ensure that reconciliations are finalized and approved according to internal deadlines.
• Ensure correct payment terms are adhered to.
• Ensure correct reconciliation and timeous payment.
• Resolve outstanding invoices and claims on reconciliation.
• Follow up on queries raised on accounts.
• Maintain cordial lines of communication with suppliers and Dis-Chem Departments.
• Send work flow query invoices to stores and following up on response.

Competencies

Essential:

• Basic accounting.
• English – Read, write and speak well.
• Trustworthy and honest. Team player.
• Deadline orientated and good time management skills.
• Able to relate to other people.
• Computer Literate. Word, excel.

Special conditions of employment:

• Needs to work under pressure and reach tight deadlines
• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 31 October 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the committed services of a customer-oriented Cosmetics Consultant for their Store in Tambotie Randfontein. You will be tasked with the effective promoting and selling of Dis-Chem cosmetic and beauty products, through excellent and consistent customer service.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Retail experience as a sales consultant
• Computer literate
• Willing and able to work retail hours 

Advantageous:

• Cosmetic, fragrance and/or beauty experience

Job Description:

• Escalate serious and unresolved customer complaint to the manager
• Provide a high level of customer care and service
• Demonstrate products through makeovers, cosmetics demonstration, spray promotions and/or activities
• Manage stock levels according to Dis-Chem procedures – report on short, damage and expired stock to manager
• Ensure merchandising and displays are set up attractively
• Maximise store income by achieving department, brand and vendor sales
• Keep up to date regarding products, brands and the retail industry
• Be responsible for all cosmetics, fragrances and beauty house promotions
• Manage Salon appointments
• Adhere to Dis-Chem policies and procedures, SOPs and health and safety rules and regulations

Competencies:

Essential:

• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Be a team player
• Provide excellent customer service
• Understand stock reports and sales (target and commission calculations)
• Work according to a task schedule

 Advantageous:

• Promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison and product knowledge
• Previous sales and promotional training
• Manage expired, damaged stock, and ensure stock rotation
• Bilingual
• Stock management

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 22 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Cosmetic Frontshop Assistant for their Store, in Tambotie Randfontein.  To uphold the merchandising standards whilst supporting the customer service at point of sales in accordance with Dis-Chem policies and procedures.

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Minimum of 0 - 6 months Retail experience
• Minimum 1 year experience within retail environment in Cosmetics
• Certification is Retail or related field
• Computer literate – MS Office

Job Description:

• Ensure that full ranges of products are always on the shelves and neatly presented.
• Maintain the stock on the shelves to ensure it has not reached its sell by date.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Be responsible for accurate cash flow.
• Ensure that all line voids and price changes are approved and signed by a supervisor.
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept return goods by customers when authorized to do so.
• Transact all purchases - receive and processes all payments such as cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, and other payments excepted by Dis-Chem.
• Restock merchandise when needed to ensure maximum sales.
• Delivered stock or stock pulled from the storeroom must be stored and packed in the correct space immediately.
• Ensure the stock on the shelves has not reached sell by dates.
• Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous assistance and advice to all customers.
• All out of stock queries from customers must be followed up with the customer service out of stock list.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
• Be alert and verify all payments according to Dis-Chem verification procedure.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem security policies and procedures
• Ensure the use of your code and password is restricted to only you, is safe and is changed regularly.
• Ensure all out going stock/ items are scanned and paid for.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

Competencies:

Essential:

• Computer literate – MS Office
• Customer oriented and Attention to detail
• English - Speak, read and Write
• Merchandising standards and FMCG industry. Working with Planograms. Category Knowledge including promotions, personal selling, sales targets, customer liaison, product knowledge.
• Comprehending fundamental arithmetic’s like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Emotional intelligence
• Accountability
• Problem solving
• Trustworthy and honest and good time management

Advantageous:

• Third additional language

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 22 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies' requires the services of a reputable Health Consultant specialising in Vitamins and Supplements for their Cornubia 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

Special conditions of employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Able and physically fit for walking, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and pushing, pulling lifting and moving objects
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 30 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their La Lucia 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)

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Oncology experience
• 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

Special conditions of employment:

• 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 a long period
• South African Citizen 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 30 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Ballito Lifestyle 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)

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Oncology experience
• 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

Special conditions of employment:

• 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 a long period
• South African Citizen 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 30 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies require the services of a reputable Post Basic Qualified Pharmacist Assistant for their Chatsworth 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)

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Retail/ FMCG operations
• Working experience on Unisolv
• Oncology experience
• 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

Special conditions of employment:

• 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 a long period
• South African Citizen 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

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

Closing Date 30 September 2026

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Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies requires a Casual Merchandiser for their Richards Bay 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

Special conditions of employment: 

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Able and physically fit to lift and move heavy boxes, and ensure health and safety standards are adhered to
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary

Closing Date 30 September 2026