A Pharmacy Assistant is kind of a pharmacy support role that helps pharmacists handle prescription processing and the daily goings on in the pharmacy. The job matters a lot for patient service too because it takes part in helping with prescription preparation, inventory movements and those everyday administrative things.
Usually associates work with prescription details, help with medication prep under the pharmacist supervision and they also help keep pharmacy records updated, plus manage stock levels. The role also backs up customer service, pharmacy organization and over the counter product activities, so the whole operation keeps moving pretty smoothly.
Walmart gives associates a workplace that feels supportive, so people can grow and build useful pharmacy knowledge and also strengthen their healthcare background. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, customer care and professional development, Walmart creates a good place for anyone who is interested in pharmacy services. Take a look at the job posting below to learn more.
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Employer Details
Company Name : Walmart
Location : Edmonton, Canada
Salary : $17.60-$23.10/hour
Job Type : Temporary
Start date : As soon as possible
Benefits : Supportive pharmacy environment, exposure to healthcare operations, pharmacy knowledge development, professional growth potential, varied daily responsibilities, customer focused workplace, team oriented culture, workplace accommodation support, ongoing learning resources, meaningful contribution to patient care
Job Description
- Pharmacy Assistant supports prescription processing, pharmacy operations and patient service activities under pharmacist supervision.
- This is a temporary fixed term hourly position with Walmart Canada.
- The role assists with prescription preparation, inventory management and administrative support duties.
- Associates help in pharmacy tasks and customer satisfaction.
- The role mixes pharmacy support tasks with customer services.
Responsibilities
- Receive prescriptions and review information for completeness.
- Follow provincial legal and regulatory requirements during prescription intake.
- Enter and update patient information in pharmacy systems.
- Perform data entry, price checks and report generation tasks.
- Process written prescriptions and review dosage information.
- Prepare prescription refills as directed.
- Fill prescriptions under the guidance of a pharmacist.
- Select, count and measure and prepare medications for dispensing.
- Label prescriptions and order them for pharmacist review.
- Obtain approvals for verbal refills when authorized.
- Assist with cognitive service related activities.
- Maintain pharmacy inventory and stock levels.
- Remove expired medications and prepare product returns.
- Order pharmacy supplies and medications as required.
- Receive, price and store incoming pharmacy orders.
- Stock prescription filling supplies.
- Keep dispensary areas, equipment and workstations clean.
- File prescriptions, invoices, reports and correspondence.
- Complete assigned administrative support duties.
- Assist with over the counter product operations.
- Support stocking, ordering and cashier activities when required.
Requirements
- Can work under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Can follow provincial pharmacy regulations and company procedures.
- Can perform data entry and pharmacy computer functions.
- Can process prescription information with attention to detail.
- Can handle inventory management and stock control activities.
- Can maintain organized records and documentation.
- Can support customer service and patient interactions.
- Can work with pharmacy equipment and dispensing tools.
- Can contribute to a clean and well maintained pharmacy environment.
- Can work effectively as part of a pharmacy team.
How to Apply?
Looking to grow your pharmacy background with Walmart? Visit the link below to explore the complete position details and submit your application directly through Walmart Careers.