Pharmacy Assistant - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Description

Robin’s Pharmacy & Wellness Centre is a mental health site that is located in one of Vancouver’s most eclectic and culturally diverse neighborhoods. Working at Robin’s Pharmacy requires a community-minded approach to servicing patients, while always upholding a high standard of pharmacy professionalism. Our casual yet professional atmosphere reflects the nature of the patients we serve. We know most of our patients by name and provide a more traditional independent style of community pharmacy to a diverse demographic of patients. Our key focus is on mental health treatment and associated care, though we service patients with all types of healthcare needs.We are looking for a caring and compassionate Pharmacy Assistant to provide care for patients in the heart of East Vancouver. The successful candidate should be highly motivated to provide care and support for a vulnerable population that allows them to stay in their community.What we offer our employees:

• Employee perks with Perkopolis Membership that includes discounts for flights, hotels, entertainment, shopping, automotive and much more
• Extended health and dental benefits and life insurance for full-time staff; employee assistance program

We are looking for a Pharmacy Assistant with the following qualities:

• Patience, compassion and strong listening skills
• Clear communication and a positive attitude; friendly and courteous demeanour
• Excellent time management capabilities, flexibility and ability to work independently
• Patient-focused, including going above and beyond to make positive contributions to the community in a healthcare setting; excellent customer service skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Preparing prescriptions accurately and efficiently for walk-in patients
• Ordering, receiving, and stocking prescription and front store inventory
• Blister packing medications
• Answering telephones with courtesy and professionalism
• Completing sales transactions for walk-in customers
• Processing prescriptions on Kroll pharmacy software
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and organized pharmacy dispensary and front store
• Medication deliveries throughout the community as needed (company vehicle will be provided for those not in walking distance)

Education and Experience:

• Pharmacy Assistant Diploma preferred
• Patient triage and management
• Compliance packaging experience – Jones blister packs, Flex Rx packs
• Knowledge of Kroll is an asset
• Physician communication and care team support
• Valid BC Driver’s License

Schedule & Compensation:

• Full-time or part-time (31-37 hours per week); Tuesdays through to Saturdays (our pharmacy is open 12pm-5pm so we are flexible with shift start/end times based on candidate preference so long as business hours are worked)
• $20.00 per hour
• Location: Robins Pharmacy, 908 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

Please provide your email address in your application.Robin’s Pharmacy is committed to hiring the right person without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or marital status. All employment decisions at Robin’s Pharmacy are based on company needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Closing date would be as soon as possible pending the hire of a suitable candidate.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentPart-time hours: 31-37 per weekSalary: From $20.00 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Please list 2-3 dates and times that you would be available for an interview via Zoom.

Experience:

• pharmacy assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• BC Class 5 Drivers license (preferred)

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