Pharmacy Assistant

- work steady hours, approximately 8 am - 4 pm weekdays (no weekends or rotating shifts!)
- potential to extend your contract, based on performance!
- receive training from experienced pharmacy professionals
- add a well-respected pharmacy employer to your resume!

This contract starts as soon as possible and will run for approximately one month - if you do well in the role, there is a possibility that your contract will be extended.

This role is perfect for someone who has pharmacy experience as a Pharmacy Assistant, a Pharmacy Student or Intern or an Internationally-Trained Pharmacy Professional who is pursuing licensing in Canada, who is detail-oriented and keen on working in a non-patient-facing role. We are looking for an individual who lives in or can easily commute to the Burlington area.

Advantages
What's in it for YOU as a Pharmacy Assistant:

- Competitive hourly rate: $19-21/hr (subject to hiring team's discretion; based on related experience)
- Great work-life balance: Monday to Friday, days only
- Estimated 1-month temporary assignment, possibility for extension
- Add to your pharmacy experience with a leader in the field
- Benefits at a discount through Randstad
- Order-oriented position, non-retail
- Central location in Burlington, transit and highway accessible


Responsibilities
What YOU will be doing as a Pharmacy Assistant:

- Picking and labeling medications for pharmacy technicians to then verify, affixing patient information labels to medications and supporting patient service and communication
- Communicating in-person and over the phone with pharmacy staff members to support patient service
- Prepare and print shipping waybills, ensuring 100% accuracy of order and shipment information
- Filling prescriptions in an office-style pharmacy environment
- Enter prescription or patient information into Kroll software


Qualifications
What YOU bring to the role of Pharmacy Assistant:

- 6 months to 1 year of experience in any pharmacy setting
- Excellent attention to detail, able to spot and fix errors
- Fast learner, comfortable with on-the-job training
- Great communications skills and an appreciation of the importance of patient safety, communication and care
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a large team
- Comfortable walking and being on your feet for much of the day
- Able to lift up to 10lbs


Summary
If you believe this Pharmacy Assistant opportunity in Burlington is perfect for you, please apply directly to this posting as soon as possible so you may be considered.

Not interested in this role but still looking for your next great opportunity? Randstad's Healthcare Division specializes in hiring for clinical, managerial and non-clinical administrative and patient support roles within the private and public healthcare and medical sectors. Our Healthcare Admin team supports the recruitment and selection processes for various permanent and contract positions, including Data Entry, Medical Office Assistants, Receptionists, Patient Coordinators, and Medical Office Administrators. If you or someone you know is an experienced healthcare administrative or patient service professional who would be interested in being considered for those types of roles (temporary or permanent), you are also welcome to apply to this posting or register at https://www.randstad.ca/my-randstad/register/

Thank you for your interest!

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