Location: Vanderbijlpark
Job Type: Contract (Learnership Opportunity)
Closing Date: 18 April 2026
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Retail Pharmacy
Experience Level: Entry-Level
About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is one of South Africa’s leading retail pharmacy groups, offering trusted healthcare products, pharmaceutical services, and wellness solutions nationwide. Known for its commitment to quality and patient care, Dis-Chem also invests in developing future healthcare professionals through structured learnership programmes.
Position Overview: Dispensary Support Learnership
Dis-Chem is offering an exciting entry-level pharmacy learnership opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals in Vanderbijlpark.
This role is designed to help candidates complete the Basic Pharmacist Assistant Course, combining practical workplace experience with formal training. Successful candidates will be employed on a fixed-term contract and may be offered permanent employment upon successful registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the sale of Schedule 1 medicines under pharmacist supervision
- Support the preparation and compounding of non-sterile medication
- Accurately pick, pack, label, and check prescriptions
- Maintain stock control, including expiry date checks and shelf organisation
- Assist with unpacking and merchandising pharmacy stock
- Follow up with patients regarding prescriptions and appointments
- Provide basic health and medication-related information to customers
- Assist with chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medication authorisations
- Support call centre operations and patient communication
- Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and SOPs
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) or Senior Certificate
- Minimum 50% in:
- Pure Mathematics
- Life Science and/or Physical Science
- Willingness to complete a pharmacist assistant learnership programme
Core Competencies
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Teamwork and problem-solving abilities
- High level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity
- Basic computer and numerical skills
Advantageous Skills & Experience
- Retail or FMCG experience
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical products or family planning
- Familiarity with systems like Unisolv, SAP, or E-Scripting
- Additional language proficiency
Special Conditions of Employment
- Must pass a proficiency test for SAPC registration
- South African citizenship required
- Clear criminal and credit record (MIE verification)
Salary & Benefits
- Market-related salary
- Hands-on training and career development in the pharmaceutical sector
- Opportunity for permanent employment after qualification
Why Join Dis-Chem?
- Gain recognized pharmacy training and certification
- Build a long-term career in healthcare
- Work in a professional, structured retail pharmacy environment
- Access growth opportunities within a leading pharmacy group
How to Apply
Apply online via the official Dis-Chem careers portal before the closing date.
⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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