About the role#
This position offers practical experience for future pharmacists within a community pharmacy setting. Interns will work in a locally owned and operated store to deliver health, beauty, and convenience services while gaining real-world training to complement their academic studies. The role focuses on understanding the expanding responsibilities of a community pharmacist and preparing for success in a retail environment.
What you'll do#
- Deliver health, beauty, and convenience services to the local community.
- Provide an exceptional experience for all pharmacy customers.
- Acknowledge customers approaching the pharmacy and assist in managing customer confidentiality and consent.
- Ensure all privacy requirements and regulations are met.
- Learn about drug therapy, disease state management, and the use of over-the-counter (OTC) products.
- Develop patient counseling skills and enhance communication with patients, co-workers, and other health care professionals.
- Gain experience in the management and operation of a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a relevant program such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Public Health, Nursing, or Health Administration.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service and privacy.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, community-focused environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Brandon, Manitoba.
- Schedule: Full-time with flexible shifts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- 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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