Pharmacy Assistant
About The Position
Forbes Pharmacy-Goldstream is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join their team in Victoria, British Columbia. This role involves supporting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care, managing prescription entry and packaging, handling inventory, performing clerical tasks, and assisting with daily pharmacy operations. The position requires a minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy, proficiency with Kroll software, and excellent communication and organizational skills. The pharmacy operates Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with scheduled shifts assigned within these hours. The company, Neighbourly Pharmacy, is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies, committed to outstanding patient care and recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.
Requirements
- Minimum 1+ years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business.
- Skilled in using Kroll and highly accurate and efficient in prescription data entry.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
- Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner
- Assist with entering, labelling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
- Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols
- Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits
- Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste in accordance with regulations
- Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers
- Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
