What This Learnership Is About
This programme is designed to introduce you to the pharmaceutical and dispensary environment. It combines theory with hands-on work experience in a pharmacy setting, helping you build skills needed to work as a dispensary assistant.
Key Responsibilities
During the learnership, you’ll likely:
- Assist with patient calls and call centre scripts
- Provide basic health information
- Help with chronic, HIV/AIDS, and oncology medication authorisations
- Manage and report stock levels and errors
- Support dispensing processes (packing, labeling, checking meds)
- Assist with Schedule 1 medicine sales
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the dispensary
- Follow up with patients on prescriptions and appointments
Skills You’ll Need
- Good communication (English + another language)
- Strong attention to detail
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Basic computer and numerical skills
- Customer service mindset
- Ability to work in a team and handle conflict
- Honest, reliable, and accountable
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Subjects:
- Mathematics (Higher Grade or equivalent)
- Life Sciences or Physical Science
- Minimum 50% average
Location
- Available across South Africa (store placement depends on availability)
How to Apply
You’ll need to apply online via Dis-Chem’s careers portal.
Since no closing date is listed, it’s best to apply as soon as possible.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Highlight customer service experience (even informal)
- Show interest in healthcare or pharmacy work
- Prepare a simple, clean CV
- Emphasize your Maths and Science results
- Be ready for assessments or interviews
