Pharmacy Assistant
- Norfolk, ON, Canada
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Original job description
Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Full-Time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Pharmasave Clark's in Simcoe, ON.
This position will support both the dispensary and front store operations.
Compensation listed is a starting point only and will be determined based on candidate experience.
Responsibilities:
- Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
- Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner
- Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
- Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols
- Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits
- Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste in accordance with regulations
- Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers
- Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset
- Previous experience within a pharmacy is an asset (on-the-job training will be provided)
- Experience in merchandising, retail, or cashiering is an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software (training will be provided)
- Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development support
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Who We Are:
Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy’s tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.
Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.
While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Pharmacy Assistant will support pharmacists and technicians with prescription processing, medication packaging, and inventory management. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean pharmacy environment and providing professional customer service.
Requirements
Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. While a pharmacy assistant program or previous pharmacy experience is considered an asset, on-the-job training is provided.
Skills
- Pharmacy operations
- Prescription processing
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Clerical tasks
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office
- Pharmacy software
- Medication stocking
- Hazardous waste disposal
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Career growth opportunities
- Professional development support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Retail
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Dispensary
- Prescription labeling
- Inventory audits
- Patient care
- Clerical
- Insurance claims
- Merchandising
- Retail
- Cashiering
- Microsoft Office
- Pharmacy software
- Hazardous waste
- Community pharmacy