Pharmacy Assistant Jobs

• RX Drug Mart Pharmacy* is looking for a *Pharmacy Assistant *to join our *Deep River, ON* location.

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 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 store is open from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm from Monday to Friday, Saturday 9:00a-6:00p and Sunday 10:00a-5:00p.
• 0-24 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.

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

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

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• Set up a schedule for outdated pharmaceuticals.

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.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Preference will be given to those who have retail Pharmacy experience.
• 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 Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 0-24 per week
Salary: From $15.50 per hour
Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Evening shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience

• Pharmacy assistant: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

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