Gourlays Pharmacy has proudly served the town of Banff since Hugh Gourlay opened its doors in 1923. We remain as a small, family run business which takes pride in caring for residents of the bow valley and visitors alike. Our store offers a fast paced and collaborative environment where we can assure that there will NEVER be a dull moment! You will be a big part of our practice and ensuring we are able to provide the best care in the Bow Valley.
Full Job Description
- Location: 104 - 220 Bear Street, Banff Alberta, T1L 1B1
SUMMARY: To oversee the dispensary and patient care in our pharmacy, including providing consultation to patients within scope of practice, working with health care providers, practicing to full scope in dispensing/compounding medication, and assisting in the maintenance of the dispensary.
Education & Professional Licensing
- Valid license to practice in the province
- New graduates with strong pre-requisites are welcome to apply
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leadership & Supervision:
- Ensure the pharmacy team works cohesively to complete necessary activities - you are expected to effectively lead the team while on shift!
- Support ongoing training optimizing the skill set of all pharmacy team members
- Pharmacy and Customer Service:
- Practice within federal/provincial, regulatory/legal requirements
- Adhere to provincial Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice set out by the Alberta College of Pharmacists
- Demonstrate professional integrity working within a small team
- Ensure all privacy requirements are met as required in the Health Information Act
- Provide counseling on devices and products
- Supporting our pharmacists in practicing to full extent of expanded scope with Professional Services
- Ensure accuracy of all prescriptions dispensed
- Communicate with other health care professionals to provide optimal patient care
- Maintain all records required in accordance with legislation, standards of practice, and policy
- Provide timely and positive resolutions to customer needs and requests from other healthcare providers
- Promote Pharmacy services as appropriate
- Workflow and Inventory Management:
- Control access to the dispensary with respect to inventory and patient confidentiality
- Oversight of current inventory and placing medication orders from wholesalers (McKesson and Imperial)
- Ensure all requirements for documentation and control of substances under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations are met
- Ensure proper preparation, packaging, distribution and storage of all inventory including those that require special handling (eg/ vaccines and biologics)
- Overseeing and completing basic compounding of medications
- Operations:
- Ensure workstations, counseling/waiting areas, are tidy professional in appearance
- Ensure inventory is stored in appropriate areas
- Working very closely with other members of our team (technicians, assistants, and front store staff) to communicate all outstanding issues with relevant team members
- Identify business-expanding opportunities, where appropriate
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
- Independent decision making ability - must be an effective problem solver
- Plan, coordinate and delegate assignments as needed to maximize team efficiency
- Prioritize activities and implement action plans quickly in response to changing initiatives
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism
- Strong personal computing skills and knowledge of Kroll pharmacy software is an asset
- Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed to provide optimal work environment for all colleagues
- Being a resident of the Bow Valley is an asset
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28.00-$32.00 per hour
Schedule: 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person