Netcare is offering Pharmacist Assistant Learnerships. These full-time learnerships provide hands-on experience in dispensing medication and supporting patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Candidates will gain practical skills while contributing to the delivery of safe and high-quality patient care. This opportunity is ideal for unemployed candidates under 35 years who have a National Senior Certificate with Core Mathematics, Physical Science, and Life Science.
Position Details
- Company: Netcare
- Locations:
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital, Gauteng
- Netcare Kingsway Hospital, Gauteng
- Employment Type: Full-Time Learnership
- Job Requisition IDs: JR105120 (Sunninghill), JR105117 (Kingsway)
- Closing Date: 23 February 2026
Requirements
Candidates for these Pharmacist Assistant Learnerships must have:
- National Senior Certificate with Core Mathematics, Physical Science, and Life Science
- Must be under 35 years
- Unemployed and seeking learnership opportunities
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Commitment to learning and professional growth
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidates for Pharmacist Assistant Learnerships will be responsible for:
Operational Excellence – Stock Control
- Participate in cyclical and full stock-take processes, including procurement and ethical stock control
- Process stock for internal departments and inter-clinic sales
- Assist with stock management according to Netcare policies, emphasizing designated stock areas
General Tasks
- Ensure compliance with SA Pharmacy Council regulations
- Follow up on outstanding medication for patients
- Conduct administrative and housekeeping tasks
- Perform duties assigned by the Pharmacy Manager or Pharmacist
Medication Dispensing – Patient Care
- Assist the pharmacist in all aspects of dispensing
- Pick and package medicine under supervision
- Capture dispensed items on patients’ accounts and according to medical aid rules
- Maintain patient profiles and prescriptions on the Unisolve system
- Assist with monthly chronic medicine recalls
Teamwork and Personal Development
- Actively participate as a member of the team to achieve goals
- Engage in professional development to maintain skills and knowledge
- Stay updated on Netcare policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relations
- Work cooperatively to build and maintain good working relationships
- Foster a positive environment that values diversity and encourages contribution
- Develop collaborative relationships to achieve work goals
Working Conditions
- Professional flexibility in working hours to support daily operations
- Interaction with internal and external customers
Why Apply
These Pharmacist Assistant Learnerships at Netcare offer:
- Structured learnerships providing practical exposure in pharmacy operations
- Work under the guidance of experienced pharmacists
- Gain skills for a professional career in healthcare
- Join a leading South African healthcare provider committed to safe and quality patient care