Pattison Food Group Ltd.

Vernon, BC

Pattison Food Group Ltd.

Vernon, BC

pharmacy assistant

Vernon, BC (view on map)

Posted 5 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
• Pharmacy or drugstore
Tasks
• Ensure the information on prescriptions is accurate
• Enter client information in databases
• Help pharmacists
• Maintain inventories of medications and pharmaceutical products
• Maintain prescription records
• Prepare medications for clients
• Set up and dismantle equipment
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Compound, package and label pharmaceutical products
• Help with scheduling and workflow
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
• Bill third party insurers
• Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation
• Maintain supplies
• Maintain inventory of equipment
• Perform general clerical duties
• Order supplies and equipment
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Schedule and confirm appointments
Computer and technology knowledge
• Kroll Software
Security and safety
• Criminal record check
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
Personal suitability
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Dedication
Screening questions
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
• Early morning
• Evening
Employment terms options
• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
Long term benefits
• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
Support for youths
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth