Pharmacy Assistant

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brighton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a vibrant community. This role involves efficiently filling prescriptions, preparing compounds, and ensuring the organization of workstations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses excellent communication and customer service skills. With a commitment to sustainability and social impact, this company values inclusiveness and diversity, making it a great place to grow your career. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and enjoy working collaboratively, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexibility

Competitive benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced pharmacy environment is essential.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow.
• Package medications and ensure proper delivery schedules.
• Maintain organization of work station and inventory.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Detail oriented

Ability to prioritize work assignments

Adaptability to change

Team-oriented attitude

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

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.

What you'll do:

1. Fill a variety of prescriptions efficiently to maintain workflow
2. Prepare compounds, mixtures and temperature control items
3. Package blister pack medications
4. Deliver completed product based on schedules
5. Ensure appropriate follow up on minor issues
6. Synchronization and collaboration with other departments
7. Ensure organization of work station and inventory shelves
8. Maintain appropriate supplies and materials
9. Some involvement in prescription information management
10. Recognize liability on the outcomes of service provided
11. Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

What you bring:

1. Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
2. Detail oriented and ability to prioritize work assignments
3. Ability to adapt to change
4. Experience working in a fast-paced environment where high attention to detail and accuracy is essential
5. Ability to work and manoeuvre quickly and consistently for extended periods of time
6. Positive, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude
7. High School Diploma
8. Exposure to Hospital or Long Term Care Pharmacy
9. Experience working in a retail pharmacy environment
10. Pharmacy Technician Diploma from accredited college, but not required

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.