About the role#
This position offers practical training for pharmacy students within a community retail setting. You will work in a locally owned store while gaining experience in the daily operations of a pharmacy. This role focuses on patient interaction, health services, and the professional responsibilities of a community pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality, consent, and privacy requirements.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Build skills in patient communication, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Expand your knowledge of over-the-counter products and patient counseling.
- Learn the operational skills required to manage a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- You must be a pharmacy student.
Location & details#
- Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: Paid position, ranging from $22.00 to $28.75 per hour.
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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