Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic)

Job Details

Closing Date: 2026/02/13

Reference Number: SHO260130-1

Job Title: Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic)

Job Type: Permanent

Location - Country: South Africa

Location - Province: Northern Cape

Location - Town or City: Upington

Purpose of the Job:
Medirite Upington is seeking a qualified Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant to become part of our team. The ideal candidate will support the pharmacist in dispensing medications and carrying out pharmacy-related administrative tasks.

Key Performance Areas include:

• Stock control
• Dispensing (under the guidance of a pharmacist)
• Administration
• Housekeeping
• Frontshop service

Our Group, along with all its operating entities, is dedicated to fostering, embracing, and maintaining a diverse work environment that appreciates the unique skills, viewpoints, backgrounds, and talents that enhance our organization. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is valued and feels included.

Job Advert Details

Job Category: Pharmaceutical

Job Objectives:

• Stock control
• Dispensing (under the supervision of a pharmacist)
• Administration
• Housekeeping
• Frontshop service

Qualifications
Essential:

• Qualified as a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant.
• Registered as a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant with the South African Pharmacy Council.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years in a similar position.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential:

• Customer service oriented
• Familiarity with dispensing
• Understanding of dispensing and ordering systems

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations

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• Housekeeping
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