Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Earl's Pharmacy in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities:

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
• Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner
• Assist with entering, labelling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols
• Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits
• Independent complex order entry, address insurance claims and billing issues, flag concerns to pharmacists, and ensure accurate paperwork submission.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste according to regulations
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers
• Assist pharmacists with clerical tasks, report printing, and distribution
• Audit narcotic prescriptions and schedule outdated pharmaceutical reviews.
• Handle expired medications and returns to McKesson.
• Manage McKesson orders and coordinate with secondary suppliers.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Long-Term Care Home Visits:

• A valid driver's licence is required, along with access to a reliable personal motor vehicle for weekly Long-Term Care Home visits.
• Reimbursement will be provided for the use of your personal motor vehicle for these trips.
• Conduct weekly visits for refills, med returns, audits, and stat box management.
• Support monthly billing and batch fill processes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business.
• Care home experience is considered beneficial.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience in advanced skills (e.g., Compounding, automation, central fill, compliance packaging, OAT).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software, Kroll is an asset.
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week.
• The usual shifts will be Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Extended Health Care
• Store discount
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development support

Who We Are:

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients We strive to uphold each pharmacy's tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

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