About the role#
This position offers pharmacy students practical, real world training in a community pharmacy setting. You will gain experience in retail pharmacy operations while supporting the health and wellness needs of the community. This is a part-time role based at a locally owned store.
What you'll do#
- Greet and acknowledge all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Maintain strict privacy standards, including customer confidentiality and consent management.
- Ensure you are clearly identifiable to the public while working.
- Help deliver health, beauty, and convenience services to the community.
- Learn about the expanding role of the community pharmacist, including OTC products, disease state management, and patient counseling.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Pharmaceutical Sciences program.
- A focus on providing an exceptional shopping experience for pharmacy customers.
- A commitment to working within a team that values collaboration, kindness, and inclusivity.
Location & details#
- Location: Surrey, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: $22.00 - $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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