Pharmacy Assistant

1w1 week ago

London Drugs

Vancouver, CA · Internship · C$32,000 – C$40,000

About this role

As a valued London Drugs family member, this role offers unlimited opportunities for career growth. We are currently hiring a Pharmacy Assistant to support the Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department.

Day-to-day duties include customer service, servicing the front counter, cashier duties, telephone inquiries, and general housekeeping. You will also operate the pharmacy computer, assist in processing and preparing prescriptions, and help with ordering, receiving drug orders, and managing pharmacy inventory.

Pharmacy Assistants must complete all six levels of the London Drugs Pharmacy Training and Development Program, covering Pharmacy Procedures, Dispensing Prescriptions, the Kroll System, Prescription Drugs, OTC Drugs, and Home Health Care. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a high level of enthusiasm and the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.

Employees must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, at least 12 to 16 hours per week, including day and evening shifts. Certain positions may require a Hepatitis (A and B) vaccination, provided at no cost, in compliance with Policy No. 433 and Provincial Workers' Compensation regulations.

Requirements

Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff, and management
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Self-starter with a high level of enthusiasm
Ability to relate to all levels of customers and their needs
Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Ability to work as a team player and have a team approach
Basic computer skills
Experience preferable

Responsibilities

Assist the Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department
Provide customer service, service the front counter, and handle cashier duties
Answer telephone inquiries and perform general housekeeping duties
Operate the pharmacy computer and assist in processing and preparing prescriptions
Involve in ordering and receiving drug orders and management of the pharmacy inventory
Complete all six levels of the London Drugs Pharmacy Training and Development Program and pass all reviews

Benefits

Hepatitis (A and B) vaccination provided at no cost if required for the role
Supportive and encouraging environment that promotes professional development and advancement
Opportunities for career growth within a 100% Canadian owned company
Flexible schedule with day and evening shifts, Monday through Sunday