Pharmacy Assistant - Internal

London Drugs INTERNAL; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

London Drugs is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant to support pharmacists and the Pharmacy Manager in daily operations, customer service, and front counter duties.

The role involves processing prescriptions with the pharmacy computer, handling phone inquiries, and assisting with inventory control. Flexibility to work day and evening shifts across a 12–16 hour weekly schedule is required.

Qualifications

• Completes all six levels of the London Drugs Pharmacy Training and Development Program.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Possesses basic computer skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily Pharmacy Department operations.
• Provide customer service at front counter and cashier duties.
• Handle telephone inquiries and general housekeeping duties.
• Operate the pharmacy computer and assist in processing prescriptions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Basic computer skills

Self-starter

Education

London Drugs Pharmacy Training Program

Tools

Kroll (Computer) System

Pharmacy computer

Job description

As a valued London Drugs family member, the opportunities for career growth are unlimited!

Here is a great chance for you to grow your skills and experience. We are currently hiring for:

Pharmacy Assistant

This position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department. Duties will include customer service, servicing the front counter, cashier duties, telephone inquiries and general housekeeping duties. Duties will also include operation of the pharmacy computer, assist in the processing of prescriptions and preparation of prescriptions, involvement of ordering and receiving drug orders and management of the pharmacy inventory.

Pharmacy Assistants must complete all six levels of the London Drugs Pharmacy Training and Development Program as well as complete and pass all reviews. Each level will include information on: Pharmacy Procedures, Dispensing Prescriptions, the Kroll (Computer) System, Prescription Drugs, OTC Drugs and Home Health Care.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff, & management.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-starter with a high level of enthusiasm.
• Ability to relate to all levels of customers and their needs.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Ability to work as a team player and have a team approach
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience preferable.

Employees must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, at least 12 to 16 hours per week, day and evening shifts.

Certain positions at London Drugs place an employee at greater risk of potentially contracting Hepatitis (A and B) as a result of the nature of their job. To protect the health of our employees and customers, should you be promoted or change jobs into this position, you will be required to have a current Hepatitis vaccination in compliance with Policy No. 433. The Hepatitis (A and B) vaccination will be provided at no cost to you, and is in compliance with Provincial Workers' Compensation or Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. Please read and familiarize yourself with this policy.

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.