Pharmacy Assistant
- Windsor, ON, Canada
Part-time
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Original job description
Company Description Novacare Pharmacy is a community-focused pharmacy serving patients in Windsor, ON with personalized care and reliable medication services. The pharmacy is committed to providing safe, accurate, and efficient dispensing of prescriptions while supporting the health and well-being of the local community. Team members work collaboratively to deliver friendly, knowledgeable service and help patients understand their medications. Novacare Pharmacy values integrity, professionalism, and a supportive work environment where staff can grow and develop their skills.
Role Description The Pharmacy Assistant role at Novacare Pharmacy is a part-time, on-site position based in Windsor, ON. The Pharmacy Assistant will support pharmacists by preparing and organizing prescriptions, labeling medications, and ensuring accurate entry of patient information into pharmacy systems. Day-to-day tasks include assisting with customer service at the counter, answering phone calls using professional phone etiquette, and coordinating with healthcare providers when necessary. The role also involves managing inventory, restocking shelves, checking expiry dates, and maintaining a clean, organized work area. The Pharmacy Assistant will follow all pharmacy policies and regulatory guidelines while contributing to a positive and efficient team environment.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong pharmacy-related skills, including basic knowledge of prescriptions and pharmacy procedures.
- Candidates should possess excellent customer service skills and professional phone etiquette when interacting with patients and healthcare providers.
- Candidates should possess inventory management abilities, including organizing stock, monitoring levels, and ensuring product accuracy.
- Candidates should possess attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Additional beneficial qualifications include prior experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting, familiarity with pharmacy software, and knowledge of relevant regulations.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift light to moderate items, and work flexible part-time shifts as required.
- Strong communication skills, reliability, and a commitment to patient confidentiality and privacy.
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Responsibilities
Support pharmacists by preparing and organizing prescriptions, labeling medications, and accurately entering patient information. Assist patients and healthcare providers, manage inventory and expiry dates, and maintain a clean, organized work area while following pharmacy policies and regulations.
Requirements
Candidates should have basic knowledge of prescriptions and pharmacy procedures, strong customer service and communication skills, and accuracy in data entry and inventory tasks. Prior pharmacy or healthcare experience and familiarity with pharmacy software are beneficial; candidates must be able to stand for extended periods, lift light to moderate items, and work flexible part-time shifts.
Skills
- Prescription Preparation
- Medication Labeling
- Customer Service
- Professional Phone Etiquette
- Inventory Management
- Stock Organization
- Expiry Date Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- Accuracy
- Pharmacy Procedures
- Pharmacy Software
- Communication
- Patient Confidentiality
- Following Instructions
- Teamwork
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
- Retail
- Administrative
Keywords
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Prescription Preparation
- Medication Dispensing
- Medication Labeling
- Patient Information
- Data Entry
- Pharmacy Systems
- Customer Service
- Phone Etiquette
- Healthcare Providers
- Inventory Management
- Stock Replenishment
- Expiry Date Monitoring
- Pharmacy Software
- Pharmacy Procedures
- Regulatory Guidelines
- Patient Confidentiality
- Medication Services
- Prescription Accuracy