Pharmacy Cashier - Summer

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant/Front Store Clerk to join our team at Vegreville Drug Mart in Vegreville, Alberta.

Responsibilities (Pharmacy Assistant):   

• Customer Service: Greet customers, answer phone calls, and respond to inquiries about medications and pharmacy services courteously and professionally.  

• Prescription Processing: Under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, assist in processing prescription orders, including data entry, labelling, and packaging.  

• Medication Dispensing: Count, measure, and package prescription medications accurately and safely, following established protocols and procedures.  

• Inventory Management: Receive, unpack, and stock incoming shipments of medications and supplies. Monitor inventory levels, conduct stock rotations, and assist with inventory audits as needed.  

• Cleaning and Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy area, including medication shelves, dispensing counters, and workstations. Dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste according to regulatory guidelines.  

• Administrative Support: Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, and scanning documents. Assist with processing insurance claims and coordinating prescription transfers as required.  

• Compliance: Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and pharmacy policies, including privacy and confidentiality requirements.  

• Other Duties: Assist with special projects, promotions, and events as assigned by pharmacy management.  

 Responsibilities (Front Store Clerk):  

• Acknowledge and greet all customers with a smile and hello. Maintain a warm, friendly attitude toward all customers.
• Handle telephone inquiries quickly and courteously. Avoid keeping in-store customers waiting. 

• This position will include job variety, and the successful candidate will work at the cash register, stock shelves, and tidy the aisle. 

• Pay attention to store security. Follow store policy regarding the handling of shoplifters. 

• Display all goods in the shop properly and arrange them so customers can quickly discover them. 

• Develop product knowledge and learn about new products. Know product locations and store layout. 

• Request a cash pick-up when large sums of money are accumulated. Anticipate requirements for change before running out. 

• Handle lottery and CBO tickets as per store procedures. 

• Use tact and courtesy when dealing with difficult customers. Know whom to refer a customer to if they have a complaint. 

• Inform the store manager of all customer complaints, comments, and concerns regarding customer service, prices, merchandise, etc. 

• Maintain the store's general appearance and make sure everything is clean, restocked, and well-arranged. 

• Perform light janitorial duties. 

• Learn and utilize proper merchandising techniques such as shelf label placement, stock rotation, and facing. 

• Maintain specific sections as allocated. Notify the store buyer regarding merchandise out of stock. 

• Maintain product data and inventory, and make sure the reordering process is simple. 

• Participate in the development and preparation of displays, windows, and seasonal promotions. 

• Always keep busy and productive. When cashiering, identify tasks that can be performed between customers. 

• Miscellaneous tasks to support the Front Store Manager and Store Operator/Pharmacy Manager. 

Qualifications: 

• Experience: Retail experience is an asset.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.  

• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing tasks such as medication counting and labelling.  

• Organization: Effective organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.  

• Computer Literacy: Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and pharmacy software systems (training will be provided).  

• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with pharmacy staff and contribute to a positive team environment.  

• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on the operational hours of the pharmacy.  
• Criminal Record Check required.

Schedule:

• 0 to 40 hours per week (Casual Position).

• 8-hour shift

• The store is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• The usual shifts will fall between these days and times.
• This role will include temporary full-time hours from June 2025 to September 2025.

• Day shift
• Afternoon Shift
• Monday to Friday
• Every weekend
• Weekend as needed.

Who We Are:  

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 295+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy’s tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. 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.  

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to delivering accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.  While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.  

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.