Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacy Assistant
Job Number # 
21826
Employer 
Epic Pharmacy
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Jul 14, 2020
Apply By 
Aug 04, 2020
NOC Code 
3219
Source 
Employer
Details 

Epic Pharmacy, located in Tofino, BC, is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant who is fluent in English to join our team! 

We are an independently owned and operated Pharmasave retail pharmacy. We have established a dynamic and evolving health centre with a strong focus on patient care, natural medicines, active living, travel health, and our community. 

Our team enjoys an excellent work life balance. We have cultivated a clear mission and strong values that help align our daily decisions. We each bring unique strengths to the table and work very closely to amalgamate our individual passions to create a pharmacy unlike any other.  

We offer a competitive wage, great benefits, and monthly incentive program. Most importantly, we run a systemized operation allowing for freedom off the job. Adventures and challenges await! 

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that all systems in the pharmacy/health centre are implemented and running efficiently. 
  • Process clinically reviewed and approved medication orders for distribution to patients, clients, or residents.
  • Prepare and process prescriptions (Enter orders. Count, measure, package or re-package medications and compound various sterile pharmaceutical products according to established procedures. Pre-package oral, liquid and topical medications into unit-of-use format.).
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of dispensed prescriptions and personal health information in the PharmaNet patient record.
  • Maintain stock levels and perform clerical duties as assigned. 
  • Complete daily and weekly medication wholesale orders. 
  • Present a professional and charismatic presence on the floor. 
  • Act as the senior point of contact for the pharmacy/health centre management, including handling and resolving complex issues. 
  • Complete patient or client care in a confidential and professional manner. 
  • Assist in ensuring retail pricing is done appropriately and invoices are received accurately. 
  • Participate in inventory monitoring and stocking. 
  • Manage day-to-day aspect of pharmacy/health care centre (i.e. maintenance, cleanliness, customer service, daily correspondence, and inventory).  
  • Ensure accurate data entry of client information. 
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications 
  • One to two years’ experience in a similar role (preferred). 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills – must be fluent in English. 
  • Ability to communicate regularly and openly with team members in a professional and personable manner. 
  • Ability to prioritize workload, multitask, be proactive, and work independently. 
  • Strong customer and client service skills. 
  • Highly detailed and well organized. 
  • High level of moral judgment for handling confidential information. 
  • Patient oriented and supportive while delivering high standards of customer service.
How to Apply 

If you are ready for a fulfilling career in the growing field of pharmacy and want to join our unique team, please submit a covering letter and resume to info@epicpharmacy.ca.