Pharmacy Assistant
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
- CAN > AB > Edmonton > Savaryn, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
Job Details
This role is in support of Cencora's patient and provider support and pharma commercialization services in Canada marketed through our Innomar Strategies business.
Responsibilities:
Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions;
Assist patients picking up prescriptions;
Enter, scan and process prescriptions using Kroll Pharmacy software
Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files and computer drives;
Verify that customer receives correct prescription(s);
Maintain workflow through effective task prioritization and teamwork
Answer the phone and respond to inquires from internal and external customers
Screen telephone calls for the Pharmacist(s);
Order, receive and maintain inventory of medications;
Prepare and process billings, claims, disbursements and related documents;
Review invoices or other documentation;
Pack and ship prescription orders according to established protocols
Maintain pharmacy records
Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations
Assist in general housekeeping and administrative duties; and
The Pharmacy Assistant will also be assigned other duties and tasks as required from time to time.
May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role.
Education:
High school diploma preferred;
Work Experience:
Pharmacy experience an asset;
Skills and Knowledge:
Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
Previous experience in cold-chain distribution an asset
Previous experience with biological and/or cytotoxic medication and sterile preparation an asset
Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office Programs
As part of your job duties, you may be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Organized with the ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy;
Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
Excellent time management skills;
Bilingualism, French/English is an asset
Proficiency in Kroll an asset;;
What Cencora offers
We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.
Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity
Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned
Accessibility Policy
Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, Cencora will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.
Affiliated Companies:
Affiliated Companies: Innomar StrategiesMore about this job
Responsibilities
The Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists by processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate pharmacy records. They also provide direct customer service by assisting patients with pickups and responding to inquiries.
Requirements
Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, with a preference for previous pharmacy experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs are required.
Skills
- Pharmacy software
- Data entry
- Inventory management
- Prescription processing
- Customer service
- Mathematical skills
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Office
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Cold-chain distribution
- Sterile preparation
Benefits
- Medical care
- Dental care
- Vision care
- Backup dependent care
- Adoption assistance
- Infertility coverage
- Family building support
- Behavioral health solutions
- Paid parental leave
- Paid caregiver leave
- Training programs
- Professional development resources
- Mentorship programs
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
- Logistics
Keywords
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Kroll Pharmacy software
- Prescription processing
- Inventory management
- Cold-chain distribution
- Biological medication
- Cytotoxic medication
- Sterile preparation
- Data entry
- Customer service
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Pharmaceutical distribution
- Adverse Event reporting
- Innomar Strategies
- Cencora