Pharmacist

R894,926 (ZAR)/yr

R430.25 (ZAR)/hr

R22,194 (ZAR)/yr

The average pharmacist gross salary in South Africa is R894,926 or an equivalent hourly rate of R430. In addition, they earn an average bonus of R22,194. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa. An entry level pharmacist (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of R621,664. On the other end, a senior level pharmacist (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of R1,152,420.

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R964,090 (ZAR)

8 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Pharmacist will increase 8 % over 5 years.

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Pharmacist, the majority at 62% with doctorates.

Typical Field of Study: Pharmacy

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South Africa

Cost of living is calculated based on accumulating the cost of food, transportation, health services, rent, utilities, taxes, and miscellaneous.

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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous...

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Dispenses and compounds prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals for patient care, according to professional standards and State and Federal legal requirements. Reviews prescriptions issued by physician, or other authorized prescriber; assures accuracy and determines formulas and ingredients needed. Requires current Pharmacist license. Read More

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