About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Pharmacy Intern position at a locally owned Shoppers Drug Mart store in Calgary, Alberta. You will work in a community pharmacy setting to gain practical experience and prepare for a career as a pharmacist. This role involves learning about drug therapy, patient counseling, and the daily management of a retail pharmacy.
What you'll do#
- Greet and acknowledge all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and ensure all privacy requirements are met.
- Maintain a professional appearance so you are clearly identifiable to the public.
- Develop communication skills by interacting with patients, staff, and other health care workers.
- Gain knowledge of over-the-counter products and disease state management.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Pharmaceutical Sciences program.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Schedule: Flexible shifts.
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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