Pharmacy Assistant: Patient Care & Dispensing Support

Shoppers Drug Mart; Windsor; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount program

Flexible schedules

Online learning through Academy

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to help with the technical functions of dispensing prescriptions and support pharmacy services. You will assist in data entry, prescription preparation, and ensuring accuracy while maintaining patient confidentiality.

You will collaborate with the pharmacist to address clinical inquiries, greet customers, and manage the cash register. The role emphasizes timely, pleasant service and adherence to Pharmacy Standards of Practice.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required or preferred.
• Pharmacy Assistant credited course is preferred.
• Previous Pharmacy Experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and collect prescription information per standards.
• Refer clinical inquiries to the pharmacist.
• Assist with prescription preparation and data entry.
• Adhere to confidentiality and privacy requirements.
• Assist in coordinating call backs and filing documentation.
• Maintain and operate the cash register in the dispensary.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Assistant course

Tools

Pharmacy software

Cash register

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Shoppers Drug Mart is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to help with the technical functions of dispensing prescriptions and support pharmacy services. You will assist in data entry, prescription preparation, and ensuring accuracy while maintaining patient confidentiality.

You will collaborate with the pharmacist to address clinical inquiries, greet customers, and manage the cash register. The role emphasizes timely, pleasant service and adherence to Pharmacy Standards of Practice.