Pharmacy Assistant
- Sechelt, BC, Canada
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Job details
- Working hours
- 32 to 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Pharmasave #257 is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Sechelt, British Columbia.
Compensation listed is a starting point only and will be determined based on the candidate's experience.
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:
- Experience in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business is preferred.
- Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
- Skilled in using Kroll and highly accurate and efficient in prescription data entry is an asset.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- 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:
- 32 to 40 hours per week (Full-time)
- The store operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Scheduled shifts will fall within these hours.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development support
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
Support pharmacists and technicians by accurately entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions while providing professional customer service. Manage pharmacy inventory, maintain a clean workspace, and perform essential clerical tasks such as filing and insurance claims.
Requirements
Experience in retail pharmacy and completion of a pharmacy assistant program are preferred. Candidates should be proficient in Kroll software and capable of working flexible hours including weekends.
Skills
- Prescription Data Entry
- Kroll Software
- Patient Care
- Inventory Management
- Medication Packaging
- Insurance Claims Processing
- Communication Skills
- Organization
- Attention To Detail
Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Career Growth
- Professional Development Support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Retail
- Customer Service & Support
- Administrative
Keywords
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Kroll
- Retail Pharmacy
- Prescription Entry
- Patient Care
- Inventory Audit
- Healthcare
- Insurance Claims
- Medication Management
- Pharmasave
- Neighbourly Pharmacy