Pharmacy Student - 1st & 2nd year

Mint Health + Drugs; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

No Weekends or Late Nights

Mentorship & Growth

Job summary

Mint Health + Drugs in Castledowns, Edmonton, is hiring a Pharmacy Student (1st or 2nd year) for a flexible full- or part-time role. You will work under a pharmacist supervisor in a community setting, gaining hands-on clinical experience while supporting dispensing, patient care, and pharmacy operations.

The position offers weekday hours, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with no weekends or late nights, designed to fit a student schedule.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in and have completed the 1st or 2nd year of a Canadian Pharmacy degree program (BSP or PharmD).
• Active registration with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) as a Pharmacy Student in good standing.
• Familiarity with pharmacy software—Kroll is highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, exceptional communication, teamwork, and a passion for community healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing tasks under pharmacist supervision, including entering prescriptions and updating patient profiles.
• Assist in medication preparation, labeling, and blister packaging.
• Support clinical checks, non-sterile compounding, and general repackaging under supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Community healthcare

Kroll software

Education

BSP or PharmD program (1st/2nd year)

ACP Pharmacy Student registration

Tools

Kroll

Job description

Pharmacy Student (1st or 2nd Year) Full-Time or Part-Time

Company: Mint Health + Drugs

Location: Castledowns (NW Edmonton, AB)

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible to accommodate your class schedule)

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (No weekends or late nights!)

About Mint Health + Drugs

Mint Health + Drugs is an award‑winning, pharmacist‑led healthcare organization. Our purpose is simple: to help people access the care, service, and support they need in the communities we serve.

We are deeply committed to patient‑centered care, innovation, and mentorship. As a student on our team, you will receive hands‑on, patient‑facing opportunities to expand your clinical skills, work with cutting‑edge practices, and learn from experienced pharmacy professionals in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Dispensing & Clinical Support (Under Pharmacist Supervision)

• Prescription Processing: Accurately enter new prescriptions, refills, and medication profile updates into the pharmacy software (Kroll).
• Medication Preparation: Assist in counting, packaging, labeling, and assembling medications, including compliance/blister packaging.
• Clinical Checks & Compounding: Perform initial checks on medications and assist with basic non‑sterile compounding and repackaging under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Patient Care & Communication

• Customer Service: Greet patients warmly, answer incoming phone calls, and triage general inquiries while maintaining strict patient confidentiality (adhering to FOIP/HIA standards).
• Patient Counselling: Provide counseling on prescription medications, over‑the‑counter (OTC) products, and health aids under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Pharmacy Operations

• Inventory Management: Receive, unpack, and restock inventory, perform cycle and narcotic counts, and process expired medications.
• Administrative Support: File hard‑copy prescriptions and prepare billing and delivery paperwork.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled in and have completed the 1st or 2nd year of an accredited Canadian Pharmacy degree program (BSP or PharmD).
• Licensing: Active registration (in good standing) as a Pharmacy Student with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP).
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with pharmacy software—experience with Kroll is highly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, exceptional communication skills, teamwork mindset, and a passion for community healthcare.

Why Join Mint Health + Drugs?

• Flexible Scheduling: We understand school comes first. We will work with you to design a schedule (part‑time or full‑time) that fits your academic workload.
• No Late Nights or Weekends: Enjoy an excellent work‑life balance with store hours restricted to Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
• Mentorship & Growth: Access direct learning opportunities to transition your classroom knowledge into real‑world clinical experience.

How to Apply

If you are an eager, patient‑focused pharmacy student looking to grow your skills in a collaborative community pharmacy, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your availability.

Mint Health + Drugs is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process.

Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the application process are encouraged to let us know so appropriate arrangements can be made.