Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy•Humboldt, SK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pharmasave #429 Humboldt is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Humboldt, Saskatchewan. This role involves supporting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care, managing prescription processes, maintaining inventory, and performing various clerical and operational tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of the pharmacy.

Requirements

Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business is preferred.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software Kroll.
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