About the role#
This is a part-time Pharmacy Intern position at a locally owned Shoppers Drug Mart in Wasaga Beach. You will gain practical experience in a community pharmacy setting, learning the daily operations and expanding your clinical knowledge alongside an Associate-Owner.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and consent while ensuring all privacy requirements are met.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Practice pharmacy operations within a community environment.
- Develop your skills in drug therapy, disease state management, and patient counseling.
- Gain knowledge of over-the-counter products.
- Improve your communication skills with patients, employees, and other health care workers.
- Learn the essential skills required to manage a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- You must be a future pharmacist currently pursuing a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Ability to work in a busy retail environment.
- A focus on providing an exceptional experience for every pharmacy customer.
Location & details#
- Location: 1900 Mosley St., Unit 4, Wasaga Beach, ON.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, hourly.
- Pay Range: $22.00 - $28.75 per hour, based on experience and location.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
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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