Part Time Pharmacy Assistant

Part Time Pharmacy Assistant
Job Number # 
23903
Employer 
Epic Pharmacy Inc.
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Jul 05, 2021
Apply By 
Jul 30, 2021
Start Date 
TBD
Schedule 
Part Time
Hours 
16-24 hrs/week
Wage 
$16-$20/hr
NOC Code 
6421
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 medical/dental benefits, and monthly incentive program. Most importantly, we run a systemized operation allowing for freedom off the job. Adventures and challenges await! 

Skills and Qualifications:

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 aspects 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. 
  • Keen to perform repetitive daily tasks such as counting pills, preparing blister packs and filing.
  • High level of moral judgment for handling confidential information. 
  • Patient oriented and supportive while delivering high standards of customer service.
  • Must have secure and permanent housing

Epic Pharmacy is committed to creating an inclusive environment by encouraging the application of all individuals, regardless of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, and any/all other facets of identity protected by law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying due to a disability, you may contact us via phone at (250) 725-4949, or in person.

How to Apply 

We do not accept paper resumes in store as applications.  Please go to: https://epicpharmacy.bamboohr.com/jobs to see all available positions.