Pharmacy Assistant (6 Month Contract)

Power Recruitment; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Pharmacy Assistant for a 6 Month Contract in Calgary, Alberta. You will prepare and process prescriptions, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain strict confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have a Pharmacy Assistant certification, experience in pharmacy calculations, and strong interpersonal skills. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmacy calculations is required.
• Proficiency with various pharmacy software is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process prescriptions accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Document completed work as per policies.

Skills

Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service oriented

Ability to manage changing priorities

Education

Certification from an accredited Pharmacy Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

KROLL

Pacmed

Job description

About the job Pharmacy Assistant (6 Month Contract)

We are currently seeking applicants for a Pharmacy Assistant position to assist our client. We welcome you to submit your application, if you are interested.

Your Day to Day:

• Ensuring accurate documentation of completed work as per policies and procedures
• Preparing prescriptions (gathering data from nursing staff) to be filled via dispensary software
• Processing, adjudicating, dispensing, and filling prescriptions via Pacmed automation
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards

What You Bring To The Team:

• Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or certification from an accredited Pharmacy Assistant program
• Working knowledge of pharmacy calculations
• Visual acuity, numeracy, detail oriented, manual dexterity appropriate for handling strip packs, prescription bottles and labels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, able to maintain a professional demeanor when speaking with clientele. Remains calm under pressure and is able to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service experience; strong motivation to succeed
• Possess a positive, cooperative and team-oriented attitude
• Experience with KROLL and/or Pacmed an asset

Qualities for Success:

• Ability to manage changing priorities
• Ability to work independently, and as a member of a team
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Application Process

All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening (depending on the role - Criminal Record Check,Credit Check, Drivers Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration) and referencing. Background screening will be completed after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.

Qualifications: Behaviours Preferred Dedicated

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well