Pharmacy Assistant

Medical Arts Pharmacy; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Store discount

Vision care

Job summary

Medical Arts Pharmacy in Cornwall, ON is hiring an experienced Pharmacy Assistant to work with the Pharmacist in dispensing prescriptions, answering questions, and supporting day-to-day operations.

The role requires about 2 years of pharmacy experience, familiarity with prescription software (Kroll) and inventory management, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting, and strong customer service skills; bilingual French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy experience of at least 2 years.
• Experience using Kroll prescription software.
• Inventory management and pharmacy calculations.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
• Answer general questions and refer to the pharmacist when needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and expiry dates.
• Maintain accurate data entry and records.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

French language

Customer service

Tools

Kroll

PacMed

Job description

Medical Arts Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy with two locations in Cornwall. We provide pharmaceutical services to individuals living in the community, residents in long-term care, retirement homes, and continuing care facilities.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted local provider of pharmaceutical care providing a superior experience for prescribers, patients, and caregivers using best practices, across all settings.

Our Mission

To make a positive difference in the care of people and the personal care organizations we serve. We provide ethical counsel and support to medical professionals and patients to enhance the safe use of medications and medical devices.

Our Values

• Customer focus
• Competency
• Compassion
• Confidentiality
• Community minded
• Continuous improvement

Urgently hiring

Our established (Cornwall, ON) and successful pharmacy is looking for an experienced Pharmacy Assistant. The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for working with the Pharmacist in dispensing prescription medications, answering general questions and referring to the Pharmacist when necessary. You must be able to multi-task and take on tasks as required, including:

• enter prescriptions in the prescription software (Kroll), and fill/bill such prescriptions
• experience on a PacMed machine would be an asset, or any other filling machine
• monitor inventory levels and identify approaching and critical expiry dates
• possess a working knowledge of pharmacy calculations
• have proficient computer/data entry skills
• show a 'can do' attitude when tasked with responsibilities
• have a proven attendance record
• demonstrate strong customer service ethics
• remain calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines; able to manage in a fast-paced environment
• strong verbal and written communication skills, spoken French would be an asset
• possess a positive, cooperative and team-oriented attitude
• inventory management experience is an asset

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Experience

• Pharmacy: 2 years (Required)

Work remotely

• No

Wage : $18.00-$24.00 per hour (based on company wage grid guidelines)

To learn more about our pharmacy visit our website: medicalartspharmacy.ca.