About the role#
This position offers practical training for future pharmacists within a community pharmacy setting. You will work in a retail environment to gain experience in the expanding roles of a community pharmacist. Each store is managed by an Associate-Owner, allowing you to work for a local business while supported by a national brand.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and consent to ensure all privacy requirements are met.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Develop skills in patient communication, OTC product knowledge, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Learn the operational skills necessary to manage a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a future pharmacist in a Pharmaceutical Sciences program.
- A focus on providing a high-quality shopping experience for pharmacy customers.
Location & details#
- Location: 431 Richmond Street, Unit 100, London, ON.
- Employment type: Full time with flexible shifts.
- Pay: $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, based on experience and location.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Benefits: Includes a purchase discount program and access to online learning through Academy.
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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