Job Description

Description :

Strong preference will be given to CAC candidates.

Central Alberta Co-op is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work and help grow the economy right here.

We currently have an opening for a casual Pharmacy Assistant at our Downtown Pharmacy in Red Deer. As the Pharmacy Assistant, you are reporting to the Pharmacy Manager and supporting in the day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy.

Casual: less than 24 hours/week.

Availability requirements: Weekdays and weekends - mornings, afternoons and evenings.

Responsibilities:

• Greet patients and respond to patient questions,
• Aid Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician in counting, preparing, and pricing of prescriptions,
• Prepare, maintain, and organize dosettes,
• Create compounds as required,
• Order and maintain inventory of drugs, chemicals, or other controlled substances,
• Ensure proper receiving procedures are followed in relation to receiving of OTC, RX, and narcotics,
• Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained for all prescription products and damaged or outdated merchandise is handled properly,
• Maintain accurate patient records,
• Adhere to established laws, regulations, and standards including the Health Information Act, Pharmacy and Drug Act, Health Professions Act, and all other regulations that govern the Pharmacy,
• Maintain a high degree of discretion and professionalism,
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills,
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail,
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment,
• Solid understanding of role expectations and ability to refer to the pharmacist when required,
• Completion of grade 12 or equivalent,
• Formal education from a pharmacy-related program combined with previous experience and familiarity with pharmaceutical products is preferred.

Central Alberta Co-op is proud to offer a supportive working environment based on our Brand Values of Excellence, Integrity and Responsibility. We are pleased to offer a competitive salary, the opportunity for advancement and personal growth and benefits, depending on employment status. We are COR certified and committed to providing our team members and customers a safe working and shopping environment.

This position will remain open until September 30, 2022, or until a suitable candidate is found. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and three references. If for any reason you have difficulty uploading documents please fill out the Work Experience and Education sections.

Successful candidates must provide government-issued proof of SIN in their current name prior to hiring (e.g. SIN card, Confirmation of SIN, Notice of Assessment, Child Tax Benefit, Official National Student Loans Service Centre Receipt for Income Tax Purpose).

We appreciate your interest. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a unionized position with UFCW Local 401