pharmacy assistant

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Pharmacy or drugstore

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Ensure the information on prescriptions is accurate
• Help pharmacists
• Maintain prescription records
• Prepare medications for clients
• Set up and dismantle equipment
• Help with scheduling and workflow
• Bill third party insurers
• Compound oral solutions, ointments and creams
• Maintain inventories of medications and prescription records of pharmaceutical products
• Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation
• Maintain inventory of equipment
• Perform general clerical duties
• Order supplies and equipment
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Maintain, update and manage health information databases
• Maintain adequate stock levels
• Maintain medication profiles of customers including registry of poisons and narcotic and controlled drugs
• Order and maintain stock of pharmaceutical supplies

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Values and ethics
• Collaborative

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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