Job Description

Permanent full-time Pharmacy Assistant position

available in the beautiful Bow Valley! Work and live in the mountain town community of Canmore, Alberta.

About

Grassroots Pharmacy:

Our Mission Statement:

To provide highly personalized care and a broad range of health services in a community pharmacy setting, ensuring the wellness of our patients and community.

Our Core Values:

Personalized Service: Offering individualized care to meet the unique needs of each patient.

Quality Care:

Maintaining high standards in all health solutions and services provided.

Community Focus:

Engaging with and supporting the local community.

Innovation:

Continuously improving services through innovative solutions and practices.

About you:

Excellent communication skills Previous pharmacy experience is an asset and preferred. Able to adhere to and uphold all regulations and company standards Excellent attention to detail Able to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment Experience with Kroll Pharmacy software Passionate about helping others from all backgrounds and providing high-quality patient-centered care Live in or are willing to reliably commute to Canmore.

What you'll do:

Prescription Processing:

Assist with prescription entry, data entry, and third-party insurance billing through Kroll, maintaining accurate records.

Medication Preparation:

Assist the pharmacist in preparing and packaging medications accurately.

Inventory Management:

Receive and stock medications, maintain inventory records in pharmacy software, check for expired dispensary inventory, and order compounds for patients and pharmacy stock whilst checking for price accuracy.

Customer Service:

Greet customers in a friendly and timely fashion, answer phone calls, answer patient questions that are within the scope of the role, and ring customers through the till. Prioritizing time-sensitive and patient-facing tasks.

Maintaining Pharmacy Cleanliness:

Ensure the pharmacy area is clean, organized, and well-stocked- Ordering supplies for the pharmacy and the front store (vials, tape, labels, bottles, pens, etc.)

Scheduling Appointments:

Schedule appointments for pharmacist consultations and immunizations.

Understanding and Promoting Pharmacy Programs

Collaborate with other staff and health care providers

What we have to offer:

Opportunity to opt into the company's Health and Dental Benefits Monday to Friday daytime hours. Limited Saturday availability needed. Sundays off. 36-40hrs/week Flexible work-life arrangements Wage range: $17-22/hr based on experience and quality of team fit
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off
Location:

Canmore, AB T1W 1P5 (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-10-01