About the role#
This position offers practical experience for pharmacy students within a community retail setting. You will work under a local Associate-Owner, gaining real-world training that complements your academic studies. The role focuses on patient interaction and the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and ensure all consent requirements are met.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Learn about the expanding responsibilities of a community pharmacist.
- Improve your communication skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
- Develop your knowledge of OTC products, disease state management, drug therapy, and patient counseling.
- Gain experience in the management of a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently enrolled in pharmacy studies.
Location & details#
- Location: 1750 Plessis Road, Unit 201, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, paid position.
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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