Pharmacy Assistant

```Responsibilities```
- Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications to patients
- Prepare and package medications for distribution
- Maintain accurate patient records and prescription information
- Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals
- Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries in a professional manner
- Perform medication inventory management and stock control
- Adhere to all pharmacy regulations and safety standards

```Requirements```
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or technician preferred
- Proficient in medical terminology and understanding of prescription abbreviations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of pharmacy software systems is a plus

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the pharmacy team in delivering quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting pharmacists in dispensing medications, preparing prescriptions, maintaining patient records, and providing exceptional customer service. You will also be responsible for inventory management and ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.

To succeed in this role, you should have a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. Previous experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or technician is preferred, along with proficiency in medical terminology and understanding of prescription abbreviations.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a hospital setting where you can contribute to the well-being of patients. If you are passionate about patient care, have excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for the Pharmacy Assistant position.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Are you able to cover weekends

Experience:

• pharmacy: 1 year (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Barrie, ON L4M 6M3 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-02
Expected start date: 2024-03-04