Pharmacy Assistant: Patient-Focused Care, Flexible Hours

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc.; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purchase discount program

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Online learning through Academy

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support dispensing prescriptions and assist in delivering pharmacy services in a community setting. You will participate in the maintenance of the pharmacy and ensure customers receive prompt, courteous service.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, collaboration with pharmacists, and adherence to Pharmacy Standards of Practice while supporting efficient daily operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Assistant diploma preferred.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and gather prescription information according to Standards.
• Refer to the pharmacist for clinical inquiries and counsel when needed.
• Assist in prescription preparation and data entry according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice.
• Adjudicate third-party billing, manage accounts and process calls and faxes.
• Assist pharmacist in coordinating callbacks and maintain documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Assistant diploma preferred

Job description

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support dispensing prescriptions and assist in delivering pharmacy services in a community setting. You will participate in the maintenance of the pharmacy and ensure customers receive prompt, courteous service.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, collaboration with pharmacists, and adherence to Pharmacy Standards of Practice while supporting efficient daily operations.