Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Join our team in Pretoria as a Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting pharmacists with prescription processing and patient care. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists in medication preparation and prescription processing.
• Assist in maintaining inventory control, ensuring medications are stored appropriately.
• Engage with patients to provide information about medications and pharmacy services.
• Document and maintain quality assurance records for pharmacy operations.
• Participate in pharmacy team meetings to discuss operational improvements.
• Handle cash register and manage pharmacy transactions.
• Assist in training junior technicians and pharmacy interns.
• Stay updated on pharmacy regulations and new medications.

Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Pharmacy Technician qualification preferred

Experience

• 1+ years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician or in a similar role.

Technical Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Teamwork

Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT)
• Certification in Pharmacy Management (optional)

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Afrikaans: Conversational

Advantageous

• Experience with medication therapy management: Knowledge of the process for assessing and optimizing medication therapy.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR): Experience using EHR systems for managing patient medication records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Flexible working hours.

Company Culture

• Supportive Environment: We cultivate a supportive workplace that values every employee’s contribution.
• Patient-Centric Focus: Our priority is always the health and well-being of our patients.
• Continuous Improvement: We embrace learning and innovation to improve our services.