About the role#
This pharmacy internship provides practical experience for future pharmacists within a community pharmacy setting. You will work in a local store, gaining real-world training that complements your academic studies. The role focuses on understanding the expanding responsibilities of a community pharmacist, including patient interaction and retail pharmacy management.
What you'll do#
- Greet and acknowledge all customers who approach the pharmacy counter.
- Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including managing customer confidentiality and consent.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Help deliver health, beauty, and convenience services to the community.
- Develop skills in OTC product knowledge, disease state management, drug therapy, and patient counseling.
- Improve communication with patients, staff, and other health care workers.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a future pharmacist in a community pharmacy program.
Location & details#
- Location: 9620 Mccowan Road, Markham, Ontario.
- Employment type: Part-time with flexible shifts.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, based on experience and location.
- Work modality: On-site.
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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