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Pharmacy Assistant

  • Shaunavon, SK, Canada

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Working hours
8 to 16 hours per week
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Jae's Pharmacy is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan. 

Patient Focused Care 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, labelling, 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.
  • 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 Kroll. 
  • Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 

Schedule:

  • 8 to 16 hours per week (Part-time).
  • The usual shifts will be scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  • Occasional Saturday coverage from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. will also be required. 
  • Scheduled shifts will typically fall within these days and hours

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 supports pharmacists and technicians by processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean pharmacy environment. They also provide professional customer service by greeting patients and handling clerical duties such as filing and insurance claims.

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll software. Completion of a pharmacy assistant program and previous pharmacy experience are considered assets.

Skills

  • Pharmacy operations
  • Patient care
  • Inventory management
  • Prescription processing
  • Kroll software
  • Microsoft Office
  • Clerical tasks
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service

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Categories

  • Healthcare
  • Retail
  • Administrative
  • Customer Service & Support

Keywords

  • Pharmacy Assistant
  • Patient Care
  • Prescription Processing
  • Inventory Management
  • Kroll
  • Microsoft Office
  • Clerical
  • Insurance Claims
  • Pharmacy Operations
  • Retail Pharmacy
  • Healthcare
  • Stocking
  • Inventory Audits
  • Hazardous Waste Disposal

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