Pharmacy Assistant - Full-time
Please submit your cover letter and resume via Indeed — do not call the pharmacy or approach pharmacy staff. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and we do not accept volunteering requests. Thank you and we look forward to reviewing your application!
Position:
- We are seeking to add a full-time pharmacy assistant to our growing team!
- 32 to 40 hours per week
- $21 to $26/hour - Experience and performance-based + benefits
Who we are:
- An independent community pharmacy in the heart of downtown Vancouver is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our growing team. Our mission is to engage with the West End residents and the broader 2SLGBTQI+ community to increase knowledge and access to healthcare. Some of our current focal points include 2SLGBTQI+ vaccinations, ostomy care, and gender affirming care.
Pharmacy Hours:
- Monday to Friday - 9am to 7pm
- Saturday - 10am to 6pm
- Sunday - 10am to 2pm
- Closed all statutory holidays and Pride Sunday
Assets:
- An understanding and dedication to cultural safety, cultural humility, and anti-racism
- Effective and accurate communication and record keeping skills
- Ambitious and proactive work ethic in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for creating and maintaining strong community relationships with our clients
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Creativity and a knack for problem-solving
Required Experience:
- Work experience in a pharmacy environment
- Comfortable with pharmacy computer and printer equipment and common computer programs
- Pharmacy processing program experience (Applied Robotics WinRx)
- Working knowledge of MSP and BC Pharmacare programs and policies
- Working knowledge of third-party extended health adjudication and policies
- Cash, debit, credit card, and point of sale experience
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the managing of daily workflow, from intake, data-entry, and preparation of prescriptions to cash-out and inventory management
- Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly orders, and compliance packaging
- Receive, order, restock, and maintain front-store and pharmacy inventory
- Answering phone calls, messages, emails, etc. and relaying accurate information and messages when required
- Maintaining an accurate filing and record-keeping system
- Maintain a clean and clutter-free workspace and an environmentally-conscious waste and recycling system
- Assisting the pharmacy team in day-to-day duties and day-to-day customer service tasks
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
