pharmacy technical assistant

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Pharmacy or drugstore
• Industrial pharmacy

Tasks

• Ensure the information on prescriptions is accurate
• Enter client information in databases
• Help pharmacists
• Maintain prescription records
• Prepare medications for clients
• Compound, package and label pharmaceutical products
• Bill third party insurers
• Perform general clerical duties

Computer and technology knowledge

• Kroll Software
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Dedication

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)