About the role#
This is a part-time position for a Pharmacy Student at a Shoppers Drug Mart location in Vancouver. You will work in a community pharmacy setting to gain practical experience and bridge the gap between academic studies and professional practice. This role provides an opportunity to learn how to manage a retail pharmacy while supporting the health and wellness needs of the community.
What you'll do#
- Greet and acknowledge all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Maintain strict privacy standards, including managing customer confidentiality and consent.
- Remain clearly identifiable to the public while on duty.
- Develop your communication skills by interacting with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
- Expand your knowledge of OTC products, drug therapy, and disease state management.
- Learn the operational skills required to manage a retail pharmacy.
- Prepare for a successful career as a pharmacist in a community setting.
Location & details#
- Location: 1125 Davie St, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, unionized position.
- Compensation: $22.00 - $28.75 per hour.
- Requirements: Must be a student in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
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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