Gourlay's Pharmacy Banff
220 Bear Street, Banff, AB
Permanent, Full-time
Gourlay's Pharmacy Banff
220 Bear Street, Banff, AB
Job details

Job type
Full-time
Permanent
Shift and schedule
8 hour shift

Location
220 Bear Street, Banff, AB

Full job description
About us

Gourlay’s Pharmacy has proudly served the town of Banff since Hugh Gourlay opened its doors in 1923. We remain 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 you 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, working with health care providers, practicing to full scope in providing professional services, dispensing 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 prescriptions, over the counter/behind the counter products and all health related issues
Practice to full extent of expanded scope with Professional Services, within your capability - our support team strives to give you ample support and resources to do so
Ensure appropriateness and 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)
Operations

Ensure workstations, counseling/waiting areas, are tidy professional in appearance
Ensure inventory is placed 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
File incident reports in accordance with practice guidelines when any customer medication incidents occur (actual, and near-misses)
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 Types: Full-time, Permanent

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-07-17