Pharmacy Assistant Jobs

• Neighbourly Pharmacy* is looking for a *Pharmacy Assistant *to join our *Broadview, SK* location at *Pharmasave #430*.

About Us
Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies. With over 279 locations, our team of experienced industry leaders is passionate about providing exceptional patient care to our communities. We have been recently 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.

Reporting to the Store Operator/Pharmacy Manager, and under the supervision of a pharmacist, this role is responsible for performing specific dispensing functions as outlined by provincial regulations and standards of practice.

• The usual shifts will fall between the hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm from Monday to Saturday.
• 32 to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities
*Dispensing*
The pharmacy assistant must be always under the supervision of a pharmacist. All dispensing functions performed by a pharmacy assistant must be carried out following provincial regulations and standards of practice.

• Receive a written prescription from customers.
• Regularly phone customers for unclaimed prescriptions.
• Locate the medication, select the prescription container, and count/pour the medication.
• Attach the label to the prescription container.
• Ensure that the original container, prescription container contents, and label are checked and initialled by the pharmacist.

*Pharmacy Operations*
Perform other tasks as outlined by the pharmacy manager or staff pharmacists. To include:

• Maintain stocks of pamphlets/consumer information.
• All doctors’ calls and inquiries regarding prescriptions, copies, drug information, and poisons must be referred to a pharmacist.
• Assist with checking off and putting away pharmaceutical orders.
• Set up a schedule for outdated pharmaceuticals.
• Maintain adequate stock of pharmacy supplies.
• Maintain OTC/non-prescription sections, as designated.
• Assist with third-party billing.
• Assist with inventory control.
• Keep all areas of the pharmacy clean, neat, and professional.
• Answer the pharmacy telephone, except for the doctor’s line, which should be answered by a pharmacist.

Qualifications & Skills

• Due to this position’s sensitive nature, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.
• Able to work independently and have experience multi-tasking.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Preference will be given to those who have retail Pharmacy experience.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Kroll experience is an asset.

_*Neighbourly Pharmacy *__is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $16.00 per hour
Benefits

• Store discount
• Vision care
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program

Flexible Language Requirement

• French not required

Schedule

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed
• Monday to Friday

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Broadview, SK S0G 0K0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• Pharmacy Assistant: 1 year (preferred)

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