About the role#
This pharmacy internship provides practical, real-world training in a community pharmacy setting. You will work under a local Associate-Owner while gaining experience in the daily operations of a retail pharmacy. This role is designed to prepare future pharmacists for success by exposing you to the expanding responsibilities of community practice.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage retail pharmacy operations and ensure you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Handle customer confidentiality and consent management to meet all privacy requirements.
- Interact with patients, staff, and other health care workers.
- Build your knowledge of OTC products, disease state management, drug therapy, and patient counseling.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing an education in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- A commitment to maintaining customer confidentiality and privacy standards.
- An interest in providing a helpful shopping experience for pharmacy customers.
- The ability to work in a busy environment.
Location & details#
- Location: 420 Essa Road, Barrie, ON.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, hourly.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, depending on experience and location.
- Term: Rolling.
About Shoppers Drug Mart
Shoppers Drug Mart operates as a retail pharmacy chain across Canada. Founded in Toronto, the company has expanded to include over 1,200 store locations. It maintains a workforce of more than 33,000 employees. The organization focuses on health care services and retail products.
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