Pharmacy Assistant

5 months ago

Calgary, Canada Calgary Co-op Full time

Beacon Pharmacy is a wholly owned subsidiary of Calgary Co-op and is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join the team. Calgary Co-op, owned by members, is one of the largest retail co-operatives in North America. Our locations in Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks and Strathmore include food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, commercial cardlocks, home health care centres, wine, spirits and beer locations, and cannabis and acquired Community Natural Foods in 2019.

What the job entails (overview)

This is your opportunity to embrace a culture that promotes a passion for customer service, teamwork and continuous improvement as well as ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer service experience for our members and customers of Beacon Pharmacy. The  Pharmacy Assistant  position reports to the Pharmacy manager and assists with the technical aspects of dispensing prescriptions & administrative duties to increase the Pharmacist's opportunity to provide patient care. 

Where you’ll be focusing (your day to day):

Patient Care & Customer service:

Follow the customer care and service standards of the Beacon Pharmacy.  Interact with customers and employees in a positive manner to enhance customer services and create a healthy work environment. 

Pharmacy operations:

Assist in the operation of the Pharmacy Department within the guidelines of the Alberta Pharmaceutical Association, as well as the policies and procedures of the Beacon Pharmacy. Utilize a high degree of concentration when assisting in the filling of prescriptions, this requires attentiveness to detail and accuracy.  Assist the pharmacist in the preparation of prescriptions Help in the management of dispensary inventories, through the ordering, receiving and rotating of stock and supplies, returning outdated and unsaleable product, and assisting in the inventory count.  To be familiar with and assist in current merchandising practices (when not occupied with duties involving the filling of a prescription).  To be familiar with all departmental operating objectives and exercise a high level of responsibility towards the achievement of these objectives.  To be familiar with all merchandise carried in the department, with merchandise normally carried in pharmacies, as well as to be aware of new products and trends pertaining to the pharmaceutical and retail industry.  Assist in the proper care and maintenance of equipment pertaining to the Pharmacy. 

Other responsibilities

To be aware of, and informed about Beacon Pharmacy policies, guidelines, procedures, and approved practices.  Responsible for general housekeeping duties and the general appearance of the department when not occupied with duties involving the filling of a prescription.  Using the approved Position Descriptions as a basis, to work with the Pharmacy Manager in developing a detailed annual performance plan for this position, this will form the basis of the annual performance appraisal.  Assist in special projects as required.  Focus on continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility using creativity, ingenuity, and a high degree of common sense. 

What you will need (Requirements):

Grade 12 education or acceptable combination of experience and education.  Pass the Calgary Co-op Pharmacy Assistant test. Completed a recognized Pharmacy Assistant Program (preferred)  Two (2) years of dispensing experience (desirable)

We offer:

Calgary Co-op takes pride in providing more than just an attractive compensation and benefits plan, as well as an industry leading pension plan and recognition program. 

A competitive total compensation package that includes incentive plan We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:
Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage for you and your family Pension plan after 1 – 2 years Employee Discount Program Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses Flexible work life arrangements to meet your lifestyle needs Employee career development assistance Program  Employee Recognition Program Community involvement opportunities

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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