About the role#
This is a part-time, hourly pharmacy student position located at a locally owned Shoppers Drug Mart store. You will gain practical experience in a community pharmacy setting, working under a local business owner while benefiting from the support of a national brand. This role is designed to prepare future pharmacists for success by providing real-world training that complements academic studies in fields such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, Public Health, or Health Administration.
What you'll do#
- Deliver health, beauty, and convenience services to the community.
- Provide an exceptional shopping experience for pharmacy customers.
- Acknowledge all customers approaching the pharmacy and ensure they are assisted promptly.
- Maintain customer confidentiality and adhere to all privacy requirements and consent management protocols.
- Remain clearly identifiable to the public while on duty.
- Participate in the store's Health and Wellness philosophy.
- Enhance communication skills through interactions with patients, staff, and other healthcare workers.
- Learn about over-the-counter (OTC) products, disease state management, drug therapy, and patient counseling.
- Develop skills necessary to manage a retail pharmacy environment.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a relevant academic program such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, Public Health, or Health Administration.
- A commitment to professional service and customer care.
- The ability to work in a community pharmacy setting.
Location & details#
- Location: 13310 111 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: 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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