Pharmacist Intern Or Licensed Pharmacy Technician

Job summary

The role involves assisting in the dispensing of prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate patient records according to regulatory standards. Additionally, the team member provides knowledgeable customer service and collaborates with pharmacy staff to ensure a safe, patient-centered environment.

Job details

Company Description Shoppers Drug Mart is a leading Canadian pharmacy retailer with over 1,200 stores nationwide, built on a commitment to professional expertise and personalized service. For 50 years, the organization has focused on meeting the health care needs of diverse communities and becoming a trusted part of daily life for Canadians of all ages. Despite significant growth, Shoppers Drug Mart maintains a strong emphasis on individual customer satisfaction and meaningful, one-on-one service. Team members are encouraged to uphold the company’s core belief that success is achieved one customer at a time through attentive, high-quality care. Role Description This on-site role based in Nova Scotia, Canada is for a Pharmacist Intern or Licensed Pharmacy Technician. The team member will assist in dispensing prescriptions under appropriate supervision, support the preparation and labeling of medications, and maintain accurate patient records in accordance with regulatory standards. Daily responsibilities include managing inventory levels, organizing stock, and ensuring medications are stored and handled safely. The role also involves providing courteous, knowledgeable customer service, answering questions about prescriptions and over-the-counter products, and helping customers navigate pharmacy services. The individual will collaborate with pharmacists and other team members to promote a safe, efficient, and patient-centered pharmacy environment. Qualifications Strong knowledge of prescriptions and medication dispensing processes, with a commitment to accuracy and safety. Understanding of pharmacy operations and workflow, including familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements. Experience working as or with pharmacy technicians, supporting supervised clinical and technical tasks. Skills in inventory control, including stock rotation, ordering, and minimizing medication waste. Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse patients and colleagues. Enrollment in or completion of an accredited pharmacy program (for Pharmacist Intern) or valid Pharmacy Technician license/registration in Nova Scotia. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Proficiency with pharmacy software systems and basic computer applications. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform job duties that may involve lifting and moving pharmacy stock safely.

What you’ll do

The role involves assisting in the dispensing of prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate patient records according to regulatory standards. Additionally, the team member provides knowledgeable customer service and collaborates with pharmacy staff to ensure a safe, patient-centered environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in or have completed an accredited pharmacy program or hold a valid Pharmacy Technician license in Nova Scotia. Strong knowledge of medication dispensing, pharmacy operations, and excellent customer service skills are required.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Pharmacy Operations · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Prescription dispensing
• Medication labeling
• Patient record management
• Inventory control
• Stock rotation
• Customer service
• Pharmacy operations
• Regulatory compliance
• Pharmacy software
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Team collaboration

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support