Pharmacy Front Shop Assistant – Mediclinic George
Employer: Mediclinic Southern Africa
Facility: Mediclinic George
Location: George, Western Cape, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Workplace: On-site
Reference Number: 73014
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 11 September 2026
Recruiter: Johanna Boshoff
About the Position
Mediclinic George is looking for a Pharmacy Front Shop Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the retail pharmacy front shop.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining appropriate stock levels, assisting with financial processes and completing general administrative duties within the front shop environment.
Main Purpose of the Job
The main purpose of the position is to ensure the availability and adequacy of stock in the retail pharmacy front shop while supporting efficient administration and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Retail Pharmacy Stock Management
- Monitor and manage front shop stock.
- Help ensure products are available when required.
- Follow established stock management processes.
- Assist with maintaining accurate stock records.
- Support the efficient operation of the retail pharmacy front shop.
Financial Processes
- Assist with financial processes relating to the front shop.
- Follow relevant financial procedures and controls.
- Demonstrate financial awareness when performing daily duties.
Administration
- Perform general front shop administration.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Use relevant retail and computer systems as required.
- Support the pharmacy front shop team with daily operational tasks.
Customer Service
- Apply good customer service principles.
- Interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
- Assist in creating an efficient and customer-focused front shop environment.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- Grade 12 is essential.
Experience:
- No minimum experience is required.
- Previous experience in a retail pharmacy front shop environment would be advantageous.
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Required Skills and Knowledge
Applicants should have or be able to demonstrate:
- Financial acumen.
- Knowledge of stock management processes.
- Understanding of customer service principles.
- Computer literacy, particularly MS Office.
- Familiarity with retail software systems such as UNISOLV would be beneficial.
- Good administrative and organisational abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a retail pharmacy environment.
Workplace
This is an on-site position based at Mediclinic George in George, South Africa.
Employment Details
- Job Type: Permanent
- Positions Available: 1
- Workplace Type: On-site
- Closing Date: 11 September 2026
Employment Equity
All applicants will be considered. Preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as to internal applicants/employees who meet the minimum requirements.
Important Application Information
Internal employees who are currently employed on a fixed-term contract should apply using an external candidate profile and not their employee profile.
Applicants should ensure that they meet the stated minimum requirements before submitting their application.
How to Apply
Search for the Pharmacy Front Shop Assistant vacancy using Reference Number 73014 on the Mediclinic careers platform and submit your application before the closing date.
Closing Date: 11 September 2026