Careers with Paragon

Paragon Pharmacies is currently seeking a Pharmacy Manager for Paragon Lake Country Pharmacy in Lake Country, BC.  

The successful candidate will be a dynamic, professional pharmacist who is interested in leading an energetic pharmacy team. He or she will manage the operational and financial performance of the pharmacy and provide leadership and direction to ensure the pharmacy operates in accordance to Company policy and procedures, professional standards, provincial and federal regulations.

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):

·         Ensure all prescriptions are filled accurately, efficiently and safely.

·         To lead and coach the pharmacy team in the implementation of professional and community based pharmacy.

·         Development and execution of short and long term business plans to grow the department’s revenue and profitability.

·         Increase sales volume, drive sales increase and increase departmental profit

·         To achieve all fiscal targets and business development expectations by developing new business, growing current business, and growing the stores involvement in the local community

·         Manage workflow in the dispensary

·         Manage the pharmaceutical inventory and pharmacy software system.

·         Maintain file integrity of patient files and narcotics register.

·         Various personnel duties including scheduling, performance reviews, training, coaching, recruitment and interviewing.

Job Requirements:

·         Licensed by the BC College of Pharmacists

·         Minimum 3 years as a staff pharmacist

·         Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills

·         Effective communication (written and verbal) & interpersonal skills

·         Strong understanding of pharmacy software systems

·         Encourages and fosters team development

This position reports to Curtis Omelchuk, Regional Pharmacy Manager for Paragon Pharmacies.  Compensation and bonus structure will be discussed in the interview.

Paragon Pharmacies is currently seeking a Full Time Pharmacy Technician for Paragon Glenpark Pharmacy in Kelowna BC.

Duties:

• Pharmacy Ordering/ Returns/ Inventory
• Blister Packing
• New Meter Training
• Management of Pharmacy Flow/ Problem-Solving
• Great Customer Service

Skills:

• Positive Attitude
• Detail Oriented
• Team Oriented
• Self Motivator
• Willingness to Learn & Improve

This position starts September 1, 2008 and is full-time (40 hrs/week), mostly Monday – Friday, with possible weekend shifts during busy times of year. Previous training and experience is beneficial but not required. Paragon Pharmacies Limited offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits program for full time employees.

Please send resumes to Cheryl Basran, Pharmacy Manager at: cheryl.basran@shawcable.com or fax: (250) 717-8889.