Regulated Pharmacy Technician

Shoppers Drug Mart; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a locally owned pharmacy as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a vital role in delivering health and beauty services to your community. In this full-time position, you'll assist with dispensing prescriptions, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring the smooth operation of pharmacy services. This role is perfect for those who are detail-oriented and passionate about helping others. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, and opportunities for online learning. Be part of a team that cares for patients and the community while building a rewarding career in the health and wellness sector.

Benefits

Purchase discount program

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Online learning through Academy

Qualifications

• Registered with the provincial licensing college.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing prescriptions and delivering pharmacy services.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy requirements.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Education

Diploma from a Pharmacy Technician College

Job description

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Regulated Pharmacy Technician

Apply locations 278 Lacewood Dr, Halifax, NS time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: February 25, 2025 (9 days left to apply) job requisition id R2000508007

Join a locally owned and operated store to help deliver health, beauty and convenience services in your community, and keep the customer at the centre of everything you do.

Why this role is important?

SUMMARY:
To assist with the technical functions of dispensing prescriptions, assist as appropriate in the delivery of pharmacy services and participate in the maintenance and operations of the Pharmacy as described by the Pharmacy Standards of Practice, and to provide superior, timely, and pleasant service to customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Customer Service
2. Greet customer promptly and gather prescription information according to Standards
3. Perform duties in priority according to Role assigned on Role Assignment Schedule
4. Refer to the pharmacist all clinical inquiries
5. Accurate dispensing prescription medications
6. Third Party adjudication where required and necessary
7. Set realistic customer expectations as to wait times
8. Locate and cash out prescriptions and any ancillary items
9. Ensure customers requiring counseling are referred to the Pharmacist
10. Maintain and control the cash register in the dispensary
11. Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy requirements

ADMINISTRATION:

1. Receive new and repeat prescription orders in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
2. Prepare and submit orders with the exception of controlled drugs and narcotics
3. Adjudicate third party billing, online and manage manual Third-Party Accounts
4. Answer telephone and refer to a pharmacist when necessary
5. Manage incoming faxes according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice
6. Accurately file completed documentation as per Pharmacy Standards of Practice

PRESCRIPTION WORKFLOW:

1. Assist in prescription preparation to company's standards and professional services
2. Data entry for new prescriptions, and managing refill request processing
3. Select medications to fill prescriptions according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice
4. Efficiently count or measure, package, and label prescriptions, as per Pharmacy Standards
5. Accurately enter and maintain appropriate data within the applicable Pharmacy systems

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Registered with the corresponding provincial licensing college
2. Diploma from a Pharmacy Technician College
3. Previous Pharmacy Experience preferred
4. Effective organizational skills, ability to multitask
5. Problem Solving Skills
6. Strong attention to detail

Why work in a Shoppers Drug Mart store?

Each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while having the support of a national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, flexible and varied schedules, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your patients, co-workers, customers and community.

Associate Owners in the Shoppers Drug Mart network recognize Canada's diversity as an opportunity to better serve their communities, and strive to reflect the nation’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create in their stores. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

At Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.

With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.