About the role#
This position offers pharmacy students practical experience in a community pharmacy setting. You will work in a locally owned store to support health services while gaining real world training to supplement your academic studies. This is a part-time, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Maintain privacy standards, including confidentiality and consent management.
- Remain clearly identifiable to the public while on duty.
- Build knowledge regarding OTC products, drug therapy, disease state management, and patient counseling.
- Participate in training to prepare for a career in community pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a pharmacy program.
- Ability to work weekends only.
- A focus on providing a positive experience for pharmacy customers.
- A willingness to learn about community pharmacy practices.
Location & details#
- Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia.
- Pay: $21.00 to $33.00 per hour.
- Schedule: Weekends only.
- 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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