Pharmacy Assistant Jobs

*Neighbourly Pharmacy* is looking for a *Pharmacy Assistant *to join our *Sooke, BC *location at *Pharmasave #296 Sooke.*
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 these days and times.
• 32 hours per week.
• The store is open Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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.
• Attach the label to the prescription container.
• Locate the medication, select the prescription container, and count/pour the medication.
• 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:

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• Set up a schedule for outdated pharmaceuticals.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

Qualifications & Skills

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

_*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
Benefits

• Store discount
• Vision care
• Casual dress
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program

Flexible Language Requirement

• French not required

Schedule

• Weekend availability
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Sooke, BC V9Z 1H8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• Pharmacy Assistant: 1 year (preferred)

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