Pharmacy Assistant

We are looking for an energetic, reliable individual to add to our Pharmacy Team as a full time Pharmacy Assistant who lives by our company values of Respect, Teamwork, Positive Attitude, and Ability to Change.

At Pharmacy for Life/Northern Carleton Pharmacy, we are passionate about taking care of the health and well-being of individuals and families in our communities.  You’ll be part of our pharmacy team that’s committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care and exceeding patients' expectations. This is a fast paced professional environment with daily interactions with the public where we believe Kindness Counts.

Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends if necessary.

The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist in the technical aspects of prescription filling and administrative duties in order to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide optimal patient care. The Pharmacy Assistant is expected to participate in all aspects of Pharmacy Operations required of a team player. They are a key member in the delivery of superior customer service.

In the day-in-the-life of a full time Pharmacy Assistant, you will provide front line service to patients & customers by receiving prescriptions, performing computer functions such as data entry, patient profile checks, billing etc. as well as filling prescriptions by following strict procedures and Pharmacists supervision.  You will work with the pharmacy team to meet requests and deadlines to fulfill our long term care homes requirements.  You will also assist the Pharmacist with maintaining inventory of drugs and other supplies as well as maintaining a clean, safe and organized work environment.

Qualifications:  Attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, confidentiality, adaptability to change, problem solving capabilities, great collaboration and strong communication skills, positive attitude.

Education & Experience:  Comfortable with computer/technology and working with the public.  General knowledge of pharmacy operations, drug plans, procedures, processes and regulatory requirements.  Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate considered an asset.  

We offer competitive compensation packages that include healthcare insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc), staff discounts, continuing training, education and professional development support, as well as a suite of benefits that focuses on the physical, emotional, financial and social well-being and more!

This is a fantastic position for someone who wants to expand their skills and experience - we promote and support all staff to continue with educational or skill development opportunities.

We believe Kindness Counts, meaning every customer interaction is an opportunity to demonstrate that kind deeds can make a difference in someone's day and life.