Pharmacy Student

Neighbourly Pharmacy is currently looking for second- and third-year Pharmacy Students to join our team for summer 2025.

Store: I.D.A. - RX Drug Mart

Location: Camrose, AB

Store hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm, Sunday closed 

About Us:

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest-growing network of community pharmacies. With over 295+ locations, our team of experienced industry leaders is passionate about providing exceptional patient care to our communities. We have been recently recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, and under the supervision of a pharmacist, this role is responsible for performing specific dispensing functions as outlined by provincial regulations and standards of practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The pharmacy student must be always under the supervision of a pharmacist. All dispensing functions performed by a pharmacy student must be carried out following provincial regulations and standards of practice.

• Filling, preparing and labelling prescription refills.
• Billing and adjudication.
• Compounding.
• Medication change management for compliance packaging for care home customers.
• Preparing care home orders for delivery.
• Communication with nursing staff at care homes.
• Assisting the pharmacist in their daily tasks.
• Locate the medication, select the prescription container, and count/pour the medication.
• Ensure that the original container, prescription container contents, and label are checked and initialed by the pharmacist.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Currently enrolled in the 2nd or 3rd year of a PharmD program.
• Previous Retail Pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and have experience multi-tasking.
• Professional attitude and ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
• Due to this position’s sensitive nature, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.