About the role#
This position offers practical experience for pharmacy students in a community retail setting. You will work under a local Associate-Owner while gaining exposure to the daily operations of a pharmacy. This role is designed to enhance your academic training through real-world interaction with patients, health care workers, and pharmacy staff.
What you'll do#
- Greet customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and consent to meet all privacy requirements.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Learn about the expanding roles of a community pharmacist.
- Develop skills in patient counseling, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Gain knowledge regarding over-the-counter products and retail pharmacy management.
What you'll need#
- You are currently enrolled as a pharmacy student.
- You enjoy providing a positive experience for pharmacy customers.
- You can handle the workflow of a busy retail environment.
Location & details#
- Location: 5524 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Part-time, hourly.
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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