Job Description
Join a locally owned and operated store to help deliver health, beauty and convenience services in your community, and keep the customer at the centre of everything you do.
Why this role is important?
SUMMARY:
To manage the overall operations of the Pharmacy, including providing consultation to both customers and health care providers, practice to full scope in providing professional services, dispensing medication, and assisting in the maintenance of the dispensary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pharmacy and Customer Service
Acknowledge all customers approaching the Pharmacy
Practice within federal/provincial, regulatory/legal requirements
Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including customer confidentiality and consent management
Provide counselling on prescriptions, over the counter/behind the counter products
Practice to full extent of expanded scope with Professional Services, within your capability
Be clearly identifiable to the public
Ensure accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions dispensed
Communicate with other health care professionals within the circle of care to provide customer care
Maintain all records required in accordance with legislation, standards of practice, and policy
Workflow and Inventory Management:
Control access to the dispensary with respect to inventory and patient confidentiality
Review and maintain Workflow Queues on a daily basis
Regular review of ‘will call’ bins, in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures
Review of stock to identify expired inventory
Oversight of current stock levels and medication orders from wholesaler
Ensure all requirements for documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are met and reporting to Health Canada and regulatory bodies
Operations:
Ensure entry/pickup workstations, counselling/waiting areas, and work islands reflect an appropriate image of the Pharmacy
Involvement with financial reports as appropriate
Read and action store communications on in-store web
File incident reports when any customer or staff medication or privacy incidents occur
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Independent thinking and decision making - makes decisions when dealing with issues or problems
Plan, coordinate and delegate assignments and provide coaching to Pharmacy colleagues
Proven ability to drive and build the business, lead by example and support enterprise programs
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
Strong problem-solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans
Strong personal computing skills and knowledge of Pharmacy systems a definite asset
Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed to provide a healthy and safe work environment
Complete mandatory training and voluntary continuing education workshops, as needed
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Why work in a Shoppers Drug Mart store?
Each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while having the support of a national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, flexible and varied schedules, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your patients, co-workers, customers and community.
Associate Owners in the Shoppers Drug Mart network recognize Canada’s diversity as an opportunity to better serve their communities, and strive to reflect the nation’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create in their stores. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.
In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
Why this role is important?
SUMMARY:
To manage the overall operations of the Pharmacy, including providing consultation to both customers and health care providers, practice to full scope in providing professional services, dispensing medication, and assisting in the maintenance of the dispensary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pharmacy and Customer Service
Acknowledge all customers approaching the Pharmacy
Practice within federal/provincial, regulatory/legal requirements
Ensure all privacy requirements are met, including customer confidentiality and consent management
Provide counselling on prescriptions, over the counter/behind the counter products
Practice to full extent of expanded scope with Professional Services, within your capability
Be clearly identifiable to the public
Ensure accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions dispensed
Communicate with other health care professionals within the circle of care to provide customer care
Maintain all records required in accordance with legislation, standards of practice, and policy
Workflow and Inventory Management:
Control access to the dispensary with respect to inventory and patient confidentiality
Review and maintain Workflow Queues on a daily basis
Regular review of ‘will call’ bins, in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures
Review of stock to identify expired inventory
Oversight of current stock levels and medication orders from wholesaler
Ensure all requirements for documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are met and reporting to Health Canada and regulatory bodies
Operations:
Ensure entry/pickup workstations, counselling/waiting areas, and work islands reflect an appropriate image of the Pharmacy
Involvement with financial reports as appropriate
Read and action store communications on in-store web
File incident reports when any customer or staff medication or privacy incidents occur
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Independent thinking and decision making - makes decisions when dealing with issues or problems
Plan, coordinate and delegate assignments and provide coaching to Pharmacy colleagues
Proven ability to drive and build the business, lead by example and support enterprise programs
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
Strong problem-solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans
Strong personal computing skills and knowledge of Pharmacy systems a definite asset
Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed to provide a healthy and safe work environment
Complete mandatory training and voluntary continuing education workshops, as needed
J2WRTL
J2WRRX
Why work in a Shoppers Drug Mart store?
Each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while having the support of a national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, flexible and varied schedules, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your patients, co-workers, customers and community.
Associate Owners in the Shoppers Drug Mart network recognize Canada’s diversity as an opportunity to better serve their communities, and strive to reflect the nation’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create in their stores. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.
In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Pharmacy Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Ottawa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
