About the role#
This position offers practical experience for future pharmacists within a community setting. You will work in a locally owned Shoppers Drug Mart store, gaining real-world training that complements your academic studies. The role focuses on preparing you for a successful career in community pharmacy by exposing you to the daily operations of a retail environment.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Maintain privacy standards, including managing patient consent and confidentiality.
- Ensure you are clearly identifiable to the public while on duty.
- Learn about the evolving responsibilities of a community pharmacist.
- Develop skills in patient counseling, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Build knowledge of over-the-counter products.
- Improve your communication with patients, staff, and other health care providers.
- Learn the operational side of managing a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Pharmaceutical Sciences program with the goal of becoming a pharmacist.
- A focus on providing a high-quality experience for pharmacy customers.
Location & details#
- Location: 8060 Silver Springs Blvd NW, Unit 198, Calgary, AB.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full time.
- 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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