Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

Position Description:

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the pharmacy student will assist with drug distribution, prescription order entry, packaging, and compounding. The student will also support expanded scope initiatives, including health promotion clinics and medication reviews, as well as provide limited counseling on prescription and OTC products, always under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer and triage patient phone calls, directing them to appropriate products or services.

• Collect patient information and accurately input prescriptions into the pharmacy system under pharmacist supervision.

• Assist in filling prescriptions, including retrieving, counting, and labeling medications safely and securely.

• Alert the pharmacist of potential drug interactions or patient concerns.

• Adhere to provincial regulations for pharmacy students and maintain patient confidentiality.

• Provide courteous service at the pharmacy counter, including handling transactions and assisting with OTC product inquiries under supervision.

• Support medication review services by identifying eligible patients and assisting the pharmacist during reviews.

• Help maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.

• Assist with stocking medications, supplies, and OTC products.

• Participate in health promotion clinics by aiding in planning, patient recruitment, and clinic execution.

Qualifications:

• Education: Enrolled in an approved pharmacy program (i.e. UofT, Waterloo).

• Licenses/Certifications: Registered with the respective College as a pharmacy student.

• Experience: Community pharmacy experience preferred; familiarity with HealthWatch pharmacy software is an asset.

• Skills: Strong communication and customer service skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a team-oriented attitude.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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