Pharmacy Student

Loblaw Companies Limited; Barrie; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large Canadian retail corporation is seeking pharmacy staff to assist in various responsibilities including generating automation reports, managing inventory, and filling prescriptions. The ideal candidate embodies a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. This position offers a chance to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and inclusion is a priority. Applicants with pharmacy experience and proficiency in Health Watch software are particularly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Progressive careers

Comprehensive training

Flexible working conditions

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Pharmacy experience is preferred.
• Ability to manoeuvre quickly for an extended period.
• Willingness to learn and adaptability in different departments.

Responsibilities

• Generate automation reports using Health Watch software.
• Package medications and maintain inventory levels.
• Fill prescriptions and label medication accurately.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Ability to problem solve

Education

Post secondary education

Tools

Health Watch software

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®. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Responsibilities

• Generate automation reports via Health Watch pharmacy management software
• Package medications
• Manage automation workflow to meet workflow targets and schedules
• Inventory: Maintain inventory at pharmacy to pre-specified minimum stock levels
• Place orders for and maintain stock levels of pharmacy supplies or specialty items when needed
• Perform inventory pre-count preparation and assist inventory count vendors on inventory count days
• Action drug recalls and help obtain alternatives when products are unavailable
• Shipping: Follow a step by step workflow process to prepare packages for shipment
• Work with a team to use an automated process to package orders for nursing homes and have them ready for delivery
• Investigate and troubleshoot orders to have them shipped on time
• Prescription Filling: Follow a step by step workflow process to prepare medication orders for patients
• Label medication and over the counter products, prepare medication blister packs, and mixtures
• Use Health Watch software in preparing and labelling prescriptions

What you bring

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
• Excellent oral and written communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manoeuvre quickly and consistently for an extended period of time
• To be adaptable – you may work in different departments to support workflow
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Health Watch software experience
• Pharmacy experience
• Post secondary education

Commitment to sustainability and inclusion

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. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

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.

Please Note: candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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