Pharmacy Assistant

4 days ago


Calgary, Canada Vibrance Pharmacy Full time

Vibrance Pharmacy is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Calgary, AB. This position will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to patients and providing support to the pharmacy team.

SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for dispensary duties including prescription entry/processing, answering telephone calls, preparing prescriptions for Pharmacist review, and other administrative duties as required to support the pharmacy team. The Pharmacy Assistant is expected to support the pharmacy team in all aspects of the operations in order to uphold the pharmacies standard of care.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Gather and enter patient information in computer system

Responsible for accurate processing of prescriptions, including new prescription data entry, processing refills, picking/labelling/packaging of medications, insurance submission, and preparation of prescriptions for delivery and pick up

Blister packaging

Compounding of prescriptions

Maintaining accurate drug inventory including purchasing and receiving medications and supply items, rotating stock, checking expiration dates, and performing scheduled inventory counts

Place and receive orders for stick and maintain inventory

Provide exemplary service to patients, physicians, other health care professionals and the general public

Adherence to all relevant guidelines including policies, standard operating procedures and any applicable regulatory requirements as set out by the provincial regulatory body

Responsible for the safe and appropriate storage of medications, including knowledge of and adherence to cold chain procedures

Prepare and settle third party insurance claims and records

Proactively problem solve third party insurance issues to ensure timely processing of prescription claims

Compression socks fittings

Attends and participates in staff meetings

Supports the Pharmacist in delegated tasks as directed

May help with scheduling and workflow

Cash duties

PATIENT SERVICE

Exceeds patient expectations

Acknowledge patients promptly, professionally, and with empathy

Demonstrate warmth and compassion towards patients, and fellow staff

Provide superior patient service to every patient

Adhere to and implement all applicable company standards

Other duties as required

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Strong communication skills (both oral and written)

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong time management ability combined with an ability to work independently to meet competing deadlines

Ability to be a team player in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

JOB DEMANDS

The regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 lbs

Regularly stands or walks when performing activities

Constantly uses fine finger/precision work using hand tools; visual concentration is required to read and interpret prescriptions, calculate dosages, ensure medications are dispensed properly, read clinical studies, drug monographs, and to inspect and check medication amounts/preparations

A high level of alertness and concentration is required to do this work

Works under tight time pressures with an unpredictable work pace

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Pharmacy Assistant experience is an asset

Experience with Kroll is an asset

**Benefits**:
Store discount

The above job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the primary functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking
- Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- kroll: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-10-25


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