Pharmacy Student

Neighbourly Pharmacy is currently looking for second- and third-year Pharmacy Students to join our team at I.D.A. - RX Drug Mart in Camrose, AB.

Store hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm, Sunday closed

Job Description

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, and under the supervision of a pharmacist, this role is responsible for performing specific dispensing functions as outlined by provincial regulations and standards of practice.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities

The pharmacy student must be always under the supervision of a pharmacist. All dispensing functions performed by a pharmacy student must be carried out following provincial regulations and standards of practice.

• Filling, preparing and labelling prescription refills.
• Billing and adjudication.
• Compounding.
• Medication change management for compliance packaging for care home customers.
• Preparing care home orders for delivery.
• Communication with nursing staff at care homes.
• Assisting the pharmacist in their daily tasks.
• Locate the medication, select the prescription container, and count/pour the medication.
• Ensure that the original container, prescription container contents, and label are checked and initialed by the pharmacist.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Currently enrolled in the 2nd or 3rd year of a PharmD program.
• Previous Retail Pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and have experience multi-tasking.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Due to this position’s sensitive nature, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.
  
  

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.