Pharmacy Assistant - Part Time with Benefits

Co-op•Carman, MB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Homestead Co-op is hiring a Part Time Pharmacy Assistant at our Carman Pharmacy. This role reports to the Pharmacy Manager and is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy department. The company is a co-operative that believes in working together to serve Western Canada, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. They encourage diversity and inclusion and foster a culture of living up to their values of Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
Effective decision-making skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to problem solve.
Highly motivated.
Must be able to work a variety of shifts including weekdays and weekends.
Honest and trustworthy, results-orientated and strive to be the best in what you do.
Ability to demonstrate strong alignment to the values of Homestead Co-op: Integrity, Excellence, and Responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy technician certification is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Processing new and refill prescriptions
Data entry of prescriptions, including dosage calculations
Packaging prescriptions including product selection, counting/measuring, and labeling
Preparation of blister packs and compounds
Adjudication and sale of prescription and non-prescription products using the pharmacy software and point of sale (POS) systems
Providing customer service to patients in person and over the telephone
Ordering and receiving pharmacy inventory and supplies
Over-the-counter department maintenance including facing, stocking, cleaning, pricing, checking expiries, etc.
Administrative duties such as performing inventory counts, processing invoices, filing, etc.
Cleaning duties such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, emptying waste containers, cleaning packaging and dispensing equipment, etc.
Comply with all legal requirements (Federal and Provincial) and Pharmacy Standards of Practice
Comply with Homestead Co-op policies and procedures and follow Health and Safety procedures
Assist with other pharmacy operations as required