Pharmacy Assistant

G. W. Goudreau Personnel Services Ltd.; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to join their team. This full-time role involves assisting the Pharmacist with prescription filling and administrative tasks, ensuring superior customer service while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Pharmacy Assistant program completion and at least two years of retail pharmacy experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and patient care. If you are passionate about pharmacy operations and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Completion of Pharmacy Assistant program is required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a retail pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacist in prescription filling and administrative duties.
• Update patient profiles and enter prescription information.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Pharmacy Management Software

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Minimal Supervision

Education

Completion of Pharmacy Assistant Program

Tools

Pharmacy Computer System

Job description

Pertinent Information:Full-time 40 hours + per week. Direct hire position. Must be able to work a variety of shifts as the Pharmacy is open Monday – Friday 7:00 A.M – 8:00 P.M. Saturday & Sunday 8:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M.

Comprehensive benefits package included. Full details to be provided at time of interview.

Location:Tecumseh, Ontario.

Wage:$21-23/hr. Overtime pay administered after 44 working hours in a week.

Job Description

The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist’s opportunity to provide patient care. The Pharmacy Assistant is expected to participate in all aspects of Pharmacy Operations required of a team player. They are a key member in the delivery of superior customer service.

Responsibilities to include the following, but not limited to:

• Receiving prescriptions from patients, following provincial legal/regulatory conditions and assessing the prescription for completeness
• Updating patient profile and entering prescription information into the pharmacy computer system
• Assisting Pharmacist in filling prescriptions by bringing stock bottles, counting, pouring, restocking, labeling and pricing prescriptions under direct Pharmacist’s supervision to the extent permitted by Provincial regulations. Following safety and security procedures at all times
• Preparing third-party insurance claims, processing invoices and making accounting entries using computerized system.
• Ordering, receiving, tagging and stocking prescription drugs and supplies. Following product storage procedures and standards.
• Ordering, receiving, tagging and stocking over-the-counter product in accordance with merchandising plan for department.
• Cleaning department by sweeping, mopping, spraying, wiping and dusting.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of the Pharmacy Assistant program is required
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy
• Experience with report generation; and able to prepare receipts, invoices, letters and memos, and general filling
• Experience filling medication orders, including measuring, mixing, and packaging, labeling
• Ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Competent and efficient with pharmacy management software
• Great customer service skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
• Policy and procedure driven, with respect and understanding of community differences.