Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Pharmacy Assistant in Saskatoon, where you'll play a vital role in patient care and pharmacy operations. This position involves receiving prescriptions, dispensing medications, and ensuring a professional environment. With a commitment to employee growth, this innovative firm offers a supportive workplace and a chance to make a real impact in the community. If you have a passion for pharmacy and exceptional organizational skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in your career.

Benefits

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of retail pharmacy experience required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive prescriptions, locate medications, and prepare them for customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pharmacy.

Skills

Retail Pharmacy Experience

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Ability to Multi-task

Tools

Kroll

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our Saskatoon-33rd St W, SK location at Mayfair Drugs.

About Us:

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies. With over 295+ 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.

Job Description:

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.

• 40 hours per week.
• The usual shifts will be Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dispensing

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

Pharmacy Operations

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

Qualifications & Skills:

• At least 1 year of retail Pharmacy experience.
• Kroll experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and have experience multi-tasking.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Due to this position’s sensitive nature, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.

Experience:

• Pharmacy Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift
• Monday to Thursday
• Weekend as needed.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

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.