As a valued London Drugs family member, the opportunities for career growth are unlimited!
Here is a great chance for you to grow your skills and experience. We are currently hiring for:
Pharmacy Assistant
This position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacists and Pharmacy Manager with daily operations of the Pharmacy Department. Duties will include customer service, servicing the front counter, cashier duties, telephone inquiries and general housekeeping duties. Duties will also include operation of the pharmacy computer, assist in the processing of prescriptions and preparation of prescriptions, involvement of ordering and receiving drug orders and management of the pharmacy inventory. In addition this position will be operating automated medication packaging system and machine such as PACMED.
Pharmacy Assistants must complete all six levels of the London Drugs Pharmacy Training and Development Program as well as complete and pass all reviews. Each level will include information on: Pharmacy Procedures, Dispensing Prescriptions, the Kroll (Computer) System, Prescription Drugs, OTC Drugs and Home Health Care.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff, & management.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Self-starter with a high level of enthusiasm.
- Ability to relate to all levels of customers and their needs.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
- Ability to work as a team player and have a team approach
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience preferable.
Employees must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, at least 12 to 16 hours per week, day and evening shifts.
Certain positions at London Drugs place an employee at greater risk of potentially contracting Hepatitis (A and B) as a result of the nature of their job. To protect the health of our employees and customers, should you be promoted or change jobs into this position, you will be required to have a current Hepatitis vaccination in compliance with Policy No. 433. The Hepatitis (A and B) vaccination will be provided at no cost to you, and is in compliance with Provincial Workers’ Compensation or Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. Please read and familiarize yourself with this policy.
If you are interested in exploring opportunities but not sure where to start, talk to your Store Manager about this posting, then submit your application on-line.
London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned and is focused on local customers' satisfaction. Across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and British Columbia, London Drugs' 79 stores employ more than 8,000 staff dedicated to providing our customers with a superior shopping experience.
At London Drugs, we believe in fostering a culture that treats employees like family. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and encouraging environment that promotes professional development and advancement. By fostering this approach, we aim to create an atmosphere where every employee feels supported, appreciated, and motivated to contribute their best to the organization.
When we consider employees for new opportunities or promotions, we see them as integral members of our work family. Our commitment to treating employees like family is reflected in our practices of open communication, recognition of achievements, and providing opportunities for continuous learning and skill development. We want our employees to feel a strong sense of belonging and commitment to their success within the organization.
Therefore, we focus on promoting from within and we invite you to view all live postings to help advance your career with us. We also hold Manager-In-Training programs and LD Career Weeks to help better educate, prepare and support you with your career advancement journey.