About the role#
This position offers practical experience for current Pharmaceutical Sciences students within a community pharmacy setting. You will work in a locally owned store to support health and wellness services, gaining exposure to the daily operations of a retail pharmacy.
What you'll do#
- Greet and acknowledge all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer interactions to ensure all privacy and confidentiality requirements are met.
- Maintain a professional appearance to remain clearly identifiable to the public.
- Learn about OTC products, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Develop patient counseling and retail pharmacy management skills.
Location & details#
- Location: New Westminster, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, hourly.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, based on experience and location.
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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