pharmacy assistant

*SUMMARY:*

To assist in operations of the Pharmacy as described by the Pharmacy Standards of Practice, and to provide superior, timely, and pleasant service to customers.

*DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*

? Greet customer promptly and gather prescription information according to Standard Operating Procedures

? Refer to the pharmacist all clinical inquiries, for example, those related to medication purpose, use and recommendations (including prescriptions, OTC?s, and restricted sale products); diseases and conditions; professional fees; and other inquiries as required by law or company policy

? Maintain and control the cash register in the dispensary in accordance with cash handling policies and procedures

? Managing customer inquiries both in person and over the phone

? Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy requirements

*Administration*

? Receive new and repeat prescription orders in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures

? Prepare and submit orders (e.g. medications, OTC's, special orders)

? Accurately file completed documentation as per Pharmacy Standards of Practice, in a timely and organized manner.

? Ordering and maintaining non-prescription merchandise in the dispensary, including stock rotation and the management of expired product.

*Prescription Workflow*

? Assist in prescription preparation to company's standards and professional services

? Select medications to fill prescriptions according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice

? Efficiently count or measure, package, and label prescriptions, as per Pharmacy Standards of Practice, ensuring all relevant information and documentation is complete

? Accurately enter and maintain appropriate data within the applicable Pharmacy systems.

? Put away received pharmacy inventory in appropriate location in accordance with established workflow.

? Manage customer returns and expired products in accordance with established disposal protocol.

? Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Pharmacist direction, and adhere to all legal requirements, including provincial and federal regulations and by-laws.

? Maintaining cleanliness of workspace according to store policy

*Skills & Qualifications*

? High School Diploma

? Diploma from a Pharmacy Assistant credited course preferred.

? Previous at least 1 year Pharmacy Experience Preferred

? Retail Experience an Asset

? Exceptional customer service skills with a talent for building customer loyalty

? Effective communication skills

? MS Office

? Effective organizational skills, ability to multitask

? Problem Solving Skills

? Strong attention to detail

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Delisle, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person