Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time

London Drugs; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

RRSP matching

Employee discount program

In-house training & education

Family assistance program

Job summary

London Drugs is hiring a Part Time Pharmacy Assistant to join a community-focused team dedicated to professional patient care. You will help the pharmacists, support front counter service, and assist with prescription processing within a well-designed pharmacy.

The role emphasizes good interpersonal skills, teamwork, and attentiveness. Flexible scheduling and an inclusive work environment are offered by London Drugs.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self-motivated with enthusiasm and initiative.
• Ability to relate to customers and colleagues at all levels.
• Capable of working quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Proficient with basic computer tasks; prior pharmacy experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department.
• Provide customer service at the front counter and perform cashier duties.
• Assist in processing and preparing prescriptions and operate the pharmacy computer.
• Aid in ordering, receiving drug orders and managing inventory.
• Support general housekeeping and pharmacy area maintenance.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-starter

Team player

Under pressure

Basic computer skills

Tools

Pharmacy computer

Job description

Not just a job...

a community

a partnership

a team

You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! We currently have opportunities for:

Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time

London Drugs means many things to many people. As a London Drugs Pharmacy Assistant, it means a community-oriented working environment that fosters professional excellence. Pharmacy Assistants are provided with a working environment that stresses professionalism. You will be given the tools and opportunity to practice your profession in a well-designed pharmacy, which helps optimize patient care.

You will be 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. Additionally, you will operate the pharmacy computer and assist in the processing of prescriptions and preparation of prescriptions. Other responsibilities will include involvement of ordering and receiving drug orders and management of the pharmacy inventory. If you are looking for a challenging position in retail pharmacy and have the professionalism, commitment to excellence and drive to join our team, London Drugs is the place for you.

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.
• Previous Pharmacy experience preferable.

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as the potential to earn bonuses. We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage available with service for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counselling)

Applicants should be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday to Sunday.

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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