About the role#
This position offers practical experience for pharmacy students within a community retail setting. You will work in a locally owned and operated store to support health and wellness services. The role is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and real-world pharmacy practice.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality, consent, and privacy requirements.
- Maintain a professional presence and remain clearly identifiable to the public.
- Provide support to pharmacy customers to ensure a positive experience.
- Learn about the evolving responsibilities of community pharmacists.
- Build knowledge regarding OTC products, disease state management, and drug therapy.
- Practice patient counseling and develop skills necessary to manage a retail pharmacy.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a pharmacy program.
Location & details#
- Location: Surrey, British Columbia.
- Employment type: Part-time, hourly.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $22.00 - $28.75 per hour.
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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