Pharmacy Assistant
Neighbourly Pharmacy•Hope, BC
•CA$19•Onsite
About The Position
Hope Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Hope, British Columbia. This role involves supporting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care, managing customer interactions, and handling prescription-related tasks. The Pharmacy Assistant will also be responsible for inventory management, maintaining a clean and organized pharmacy environment, and performing various clerical duties to ensure smooth daily operations.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy setting, with a foundational understanding of pharmacy operations and business practices.
- Highly skilled in the use of Kroll, with strong accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of Pharmacare/insurance billing processes and clinical services flagging.
- 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
- Competitive wages
- 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
