Pharmacy Assistant

Medisystem Pharmacy Limited; Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join their team. This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful work in a supportive environment that values learning and growth. As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will fill prescriptions, prepare compounds, and ensure the organization of the work station. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that prioritizes inclusiveness and belonging while providing exceptional care in the health sector.

Benefits

Full benefits

Work-life balance

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow.
• Prepare compounds and package medications.
• Ensure organization of work station and inventory shelves.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to prioritize work assignments

Adaptability to change

Experience in fast-paced environment

Positive, cooperative attitude

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Job description

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At MediSystem Pharmacy, you can use your skills to do meaningful work that has a real impact, in an environment that promotes learning, growth, and opportunity. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, MediSystem Pharmacy can turn your potential into performance that is recognized and rewarded. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and a work-life balance.

Why this role is important?

What you'll do:

1. Fill a variety of prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow.
2. Prepare compounds, mixtures, and temperature control items.
3. Package blister pack medications.
4. Deliver completed products based on schedules.
5. Ensure appropriate follow-up on minor issues.
6. Synchronization and collaboration with other departments.
7. Ensure organization of work station and inventory shelves.
8. Maintain appropriate supplies and materials.
9. Some involvement in prescription information management.
10. Recognize liability on the outcomes of service provided.
11. Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging.

What you bring:

1. Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
2. Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize work assignments.
3. Ability to adapt to change.
4. Experience working in a fast-paced environment where high attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
5. Ability to work and maneuver quickly and consistently for extended periods of time.
6. Positive, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude.
7. High School Diploma.
8. Exposure to Hospital or Long Term Care Pharmacy.
9. Experience working in a retail pharmacy environment.
10. Pharmacy Technician Diploma from an accredited college, but not required.

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Regular

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care