Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Location: Pretoria
Employment Type: Fixed-term Learnership
Closing Date: 18 April 2026
Job Overview
- Learnership programme to become a Basic Pharmacist Assistant
- Gain practical experience in a pharmacy/dispensary environment
- Work under supervision of a registered pharmacist
- Opportunity for permanent employment after qualification
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with dispensing and preparation of medication
- Support stock control and manage medicine shelves
- Help with labelling, packing, and checking prescriptions
- Provide customer service and assist patients
- Handle basic pharmacy administration tasks
- Follow up on prescriptions and patient queries
- Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and procedures
Requirements
Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Pure Mathematics
- Physical Science or Life Science
- Minimum average of 50%
Key Skills & Attributes
- Good communication skills (English + second language)
- Attention to detail
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork and problem-solving
- Professionalism and honesty
- Basic computer and numerical skills
What You Can Expect
- Accredited pharmacy training programme
- Hands-on experience in a dispensary
- Mentorship from qualified pharmacists
- Opportunity to register with SAPC
- Potential permanent job after completion
Important Notes
- Must meet subject requirements (Maths + Science)
- Training leads to qualification as a pharmacist assistant
- Work is regulated and must follow legal standards
Application Process
- Apply via the Dis-Chem careers platform
- Submit your CV and academic results
- Apply before the closing date
APPLICATION KINKS
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https://pharmacy.simplify.hr/vacancy/r8rqty
Dispensary Support – Raslouw – Centurion
https://pharmacy.simplify.hr/vacancy/bsydaw
Dispensary Support – Glenfair – Pretoria
https://pharmacy.simplify.hr/Vacancy/176662
Dispensary Support – Waverley – Pretoria