About the role#
This position offers practical training for pharmacy students within a community setting. You will work in a locally owned Shoppers Drug Mart store, gaining real-world experience in retail pharmacy operations. The role is designed to help you prepare for your future career as a pharmacist by integrating your academic studies with hands-on practice.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage retail pharmacy operations.
- Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including customer confidentiality and consent management.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Participate in practical training to improve your communication with patients, staff, and other health care workers.
- Expand your knowledge of OTC products, disease state management, drug therapy, and patient counseling.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently enrolled in a pharmacy program.
Location & details#
- Location: St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, paid position.
- 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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