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Pharmacy Assistant (2024-1255)

Calgary, Canada

Job description

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story!  Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.   With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.   Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details

Position Status: Casual Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Pharmacy BW Hours: 0.00 FTE: 0.00 Shift: Day Shift Times: 0800-1615/0845-1700 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: According to qualifications and experience PCN: 0

Date Competition closes: 2024 December 11

The Opportunity

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Manager, Pharmacy Services and under the supervision of the Distribution Supervisor, this support position is responsible for performing the routine duties such as efficient use of pharmacy equipment and processing orders, which are associated with preparing client specific medications. This position also supports administration of Pharmacy services, including, maintaining inventory control and other related duties as required. The duties of this position are carried out in an environment of customer service.

Qualifications:

  • A Pharmacy Assistant certificate or diploma is preferred

Experience:

  • Basic Computer skills (MS Office and FileMaker) required;
  • Experience in a long term or acute care hospital pharmacy is preferred;
  • Experience in a community pharmacy may be considered.

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Carewest Innovative Health Care

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest. We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for seniors and adults under the age of 65. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 2,600 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow and excel with us. Carewest has been recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers acknowledging our commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance, providing competitive salaries & benefits, and the promotion of teamwork in a collaborative healthcare environment. If you share our vision and are dedicated to joining our growing team, please review our open positions and apply today!


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Calgary, Canada

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1,001-5,000

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