PHARMACY ASSISTANT
JOB TITLE: PHARMACY ASSISTANT
JOB REF: RMQ964
HOSPITAL: LA LUCIA HOSPITAL
JOB TYPE: PERMANENT POST
WORKING HOURS: 40 HOURS
TIME CONDITIONS: DAYSHIFT
SALARY: R14 000 - R26 000
CLOSING DATE: 1 MARCH 2024
PHARMACY ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking to hire an efficient pharmacy assistant to perform all clerical duties required for the efficient running of the pharmacy. The pharmacy assistant’s responsibilities include creating and maintaining patient files, placing orders for pharmaceutical supplies, and operating the cash register. You should also be able to direct patients’ medication-related questions to the pharmacist.
To be successful as a pharmacy assistant, you should be able to receive and unpack new stock delivered by suppliers. Ultimately, an outstanding pharmacy assistant should ensure that shelves are properly stocked and organized and that work areas are always clean.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Taking inventory of all medication and pharmaceutical supplies.
Processing sales transactions for medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
Directing all questions relating to prescriptions, health matters, or medications to the pharmacist.
Answering all incoming telephone calls in a professional manner.
Restocking shelves with medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
Accurately typing and printing out prescription labels.
Attending to emails and fax messages.
Ensuring that work areas are organized and clean.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate or Tertiary Education.
Proven experience assisting in a pharmacy.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
Detail-oriented and accurate.
Trustworthy.
The ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Interested Applicants who meet the requirements may apply here on our website or use the email address of La Lucia Hospital HR Manager RIVANIA SHAN [rivaniashan@laluciahospital.com]. Applicants will be conducted shortly, Should you not be contacted in 14 days of your application, Please consider your application unsuccessful and thank you for your interest in our healthcare group.