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An experienced Senior Pharmacist is needed for permanent employment in the Amajuba District of northern KwaZulu-Natal. This is a senior community pharmacy role for a pharmacist who combines a strong clinical foundation with solid retail pharmacy experience and who is ready to take full responsibility for the daily running of a pharmacy.
About the company and the work
The role is advertised by The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd, a recruitment company placing candidates with employers across South Africa. The successful candidate will work in a community pharmacy in the Newcastle area, where patients rely on the pharmacist for safe dispensing, clear advice and well-managed stock. The role carries real responsibility: the senior pharmacist leads the pharmacy team and keeps daily operations running to professional and legal standards.
Role details and duties
The position is permanent and full time, starting as soon as possible or as negotiated. Duties include interpreting and dispensing prescriptions accurately in line with South African Pharmacy Council guidelines, counselling patients with empathy and professionalism, upholding ethical practice and patient confidentiality, ordering, receiving and controlling schedule medicines and other pharmaceutical products, carrying out regular stock takes and accurate stock control, monitoring expiry dates, temperature and cold-chain compliance, ensuring compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice and relevant legislation, keeping data sources, quality control procedures and internal quality records complete and current, meeting SAPC, SAHPRA and Department of Health requirements and audits, keeping up with continuing professional development requirements, using the Unisolv system effectively for dispensing, claims and stock management, applying ICD-10 codes correctly for medical aid and patient billing, keeping accurate patient and prescription records, supporting the Responsible Pharmacist where needed, including locum cover during leave, working closely with assistants and staff for efficient daily operations, and supervising support personnel in line with SAPC guidelines while promoting teamwork.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent) — mandatory
- Registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) and in good standing
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience at Senior Pharmacist level
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a retail pharmacy environment (not hospital or similar)
- Good knowledge of dispensing systems (Unisolv or similar)
- Good knowledge of ICD-10 coding and claims processes
- Valid driver’s licence and own transport would be advantageous
- Local residency in the Newcastle area, or willingness to relocate there
- Reliable, disciplined and professional, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, calm under pressure, excellent problem-solving ability, empathy and a passion for patient care and community service, sober habits and a professional appearance
Where to find and apply safely
The original job advert is published on PNet by The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd. Use the Apply button on this page to reach that original advert, where you can read the full details and follow the application instructions given there. The advert states a market-related total cost-to-company package that is available and negotiable, with the final figure to be confirmed.
Practical tips
Before applying, make sure your CV clearly shows your BPharm qualification, your SAPC registration and good standing, and your years of experience at senior level in a retail pharmacy. Highlight your Unisolv and ICD-10 experience, since both are specifically required. If you live outside the Newcastle area, be ready to explain your relocation plan, since the advert asks for local residency or relocation.
How the process works
Applications are made through the original PNet advert. The recruiter reviews applications, and shortlisted candidates are contacted with further details, including the package discussion. Keep your phone and email details up to date so the recruiter can reach you, and respond promptly if you are invited to the next step.
Important information
This page is an informational summary of a third-party job advert. It is not the employer, and it does not charge any fee for job information. Always confirm the duties, working hours and pay directly on the original advert before applying, and never pay anyone who asks for money in exchange for a job offer.
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