Pharmacy Assistant Part Time Afternoon

Loblaw Companies Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian retailer in Calgary is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support customer service and assist in dispensing medications. Key responsibilities include greeting patients, managing prescription information, data entry, and maintaining pharmacy stock. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, and experience in a pharmacy setting is an asset. This position requires flexibility in working hours, including days, evenings, and weekends. Join a company committed to diversity and sustainability, and positively impact the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexible working hours

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant is an asset.
• Flexibility to work various hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and confirm prescription information.
• Data entry of patient care information.
• Accurately dispense prescription medications.
• Manage pharmacy stock through inventory control.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Computer/data entry skills

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

About the Role

We're looking for talented colleagues who are passionate about providing an exceptional shopping experience for customers and delighting them every step of the way!

Responsibilities

• Patient greeting and confirmation of accuracy of all pertinent prescription information prior to filling
• Data entry of patient care information
• Third Party adjudication (if necessary)
• Accurate dispensing prescription medications
• Maintenance of pharmacy stock through inventory control systems
• General OTC enquiries from patients and referral to Pharmacist where required and necessary
• Handling customer prescription pick up

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant is an asset
• Excellent organizational skills and detail orientation
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service experience
• Proficient computer/data/entry skills
• Flexibility to work a variety of hours which may include days, evenings, night shifts and weekends

Benefits and Sustainability

Atlaw, it’s about our respect for the environment, sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility and a benefits package. Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture.

Diversity and Inclusion

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team. We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Important Note

Candidate requirements: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.