About the role#
We are looking for a Pharmacy Student to join our team at the Shoppers Drug Mart location in Vancouver. This role provides practical experience in a community pharmacy setting, allowing you to build on your academic studies through real-world training. You will work in a retail environment while learning about the expanding responsibilities of a community pharmacist.
What you'll do#
- Greet all customers who approach the pharmacy.
- Manage customer confidentiality and consent to ensure all privacy requirements are met.
- Maintain a clear and identifiable presence to the public.
- Gain experience in patient communication, over-the-counter products, and disease state management.
- Develop skills necessary for managing a retail pharmacy.
Location & details#
- Location: 1125 Davie St, Vancouver, BC.
- Employment type: Part-time, unionized position.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, based on the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
- Term: Rolling.
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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