Let’s work together

Gourlay’s 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.

We are seeking a full time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team. This individual must be personable and customer oriented, have great communication skills, and be able to work independently. Experience is preferred, but we are most interested in someone with the qualities to complement our tight-knit team.

We thank all applicants for their interest and only those who meet the requirements for the role will be contacted.

Responsibilities:

  • Engage with customers in a friendly manor to provide advice and help with product related questions - providing referrals to pharmacists where appropriate

  • Accepting prescription orders at intake

  • Compliance packaging medications

  • Accurately inputting and filling prescriptions into pharmacy software (Kroll)

  • Counting, packaging, and labelling prescriptions

  • Assisting in drug inventory management

  • Communicating appropriately with patients and answering the phone professionally.

  • Operating the cash register, handling cash and other forms of payment (cheque, credit card, debit card, and charge transactions)

  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional work environment

  • Maintaining strict confidentiality according to the Personal Health Information Act

  • Restocking vials and consumables each morning and ensuring printer cartridges are in stock

  • Other duties as assigned by Lead Pharmacist, staff pharmacist or owners.

Expectations

  • Being friendly, outgoing and courteous as to foster a positive working environment

  • Demonstrate a high degree of initiative, organizational skills, and time-management skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to work independently

  • Ability to work as an effective team member and assist other pharmacy staff members

Requirements

  • Must be living in the Bow Valley

  • Previous retail sales experience is an asset

  • Previous pharmacy experience is an asset

  • Strong oral communication skills

Group picture of the Gourlay's Pharmacy team in front of Rundle Mountain
The Bow River in fall with a clear blue sky, calm water, turning leaves, and the Bow Valley mountain range in the background