Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time

London Drugs; Victoria; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

RRSP matching

Employee discount

Training programs

Counselling support

Job summary

London Drugs in Victoria is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to support daily operations and patient care at the front of the pharmacy.

You will assist Pharmacists, handle front counter duties, process prescriptions, manage inventory, and contribute to a friendly, efficient customer service environment in a community-focused retail setting.

Strong communication, teamwork, and computer basics are important; prior pharmacy experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff, and 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations.
• Provide customer service at the front counter and handle cashier duties.
• Answer telephone inquiries and maintain general housekeeping.
• Operate the pharmacy computer and assist in processing prescriptions.
• Assist in ordering and receiving drug orders.
• Manage pharmacy inventory.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Team player

Work under pressure

Customer service

Ability to relate to customers

Basic computer skills

Ability to work quickly and accurately

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!

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.

Required qualifications

• 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.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, as well as the following comprehensive benefits program. Starting pay will fall within the salary range indicated and may vary based on job-related experience, knowledge, and education:

• 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.

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. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.

London Drugs may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information (including the information in this application) where it is reasonable for establishing, managing or terminating an employment relationship. This includes the use or disclosure of your personal information to persons inside or external to our organization, for the purpose of checking references or gathering other information to support an assessment of your candidacy.