Location: Various locations in South Africa
Closing Dates:
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Eastgate – Johannesburg, Gauteng: 04 September 2025
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Ridgeview – Johannesburg, Gauteng: 11 September 2025
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Paarl Mall – Paarl, Western Cape: 28 November 2025
Learnership Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies offers an exciting Dispensary Support Learnership to help learners gain the skills, knowledge, and workplace experience required to complete the Basic Pharmacist Assistant Course and pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learners will be employed in a fixed-term position until they are registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as learner basic assistants. Upon successful completion, there may be opportunities for permanent employment as basic pharmacist assistants.
Responsibilities
As a Dispensary Support Learner, you will be expected to:
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Sell Schedule 1 medicines or scheduled substances.
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Assist with compounding, manipulation, and preparation of non-sterile medicines.
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Unpack and merchandise stock, and clean dispensary & OTC shelves.
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Learn to accurately interpret prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
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Assist with picking, packing, labelling, and checking medication.
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Manage stock, ensuring organisation, cleanliness, and checking expiry dates.
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Provide information to promote health awareness.
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Assist with scheme authorisation of chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medication.
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Handle patient follow-ups, call centre scripts, and service calls.
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Report stock shortages or errors to the Dispensary Manager.
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Receive dispensary stock in line with company SOPs.
Minimum Requirements
To apply for the Dispensary Support Learnership, you must have:
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Grade 12 (Matric) with Pure Mathematics and Physical Science or Life Science as an additional subject.
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At least 50% average pass.
Skills and Competencies
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Proficiency in English and a second language (read, write, speak).
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Strong time management and ability to work under pressure.
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Good communication and customer service skills.
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Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
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Professional conduct, honesty, and accountability.
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Team player with conflict management skills.
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Basic computer literacy and numerical skills.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the Dis-Chem career portal:
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Apply Online – Eastgate, Johannesburg (Closing 04 September 2025)
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Apply Online – Ridgeview, Johannesburg (Closing 11 September 2025)
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Apply Online – Paarl Mall, Paarl (Closing 28 November 2025)
Note: Only online applications will be considered.