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Pharmacy Assistant - Ottawa East
Program Info
This comprehensive program prepares individuals to achieve competency in the skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to enter the Pharmacy environment as a Pharmacy Assistant.
Emphasizing a customer-centered approach, this program also helps develop the proper attitude and sense of responsibility necessary for success in the progressive field of Pharmacy.
Active participation in our Learning System also helps students develop confidence in their abilities as health care professionals.
Career Opportunities
This program will prepare the graduate to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in community pharmacies and other related pharmaceutical fields.
Typical duties of a Pharmacy Assistant include preparing medication for dispensing; compounding pharmaceuticals; preparing aseptic products; inventory control; purchasing; merchandising; record keeping as required under such acts as the Food and Drugs Act; narcotics control; third party billing; drug distribution; pre-packing pharmaceuticals; computer processing; and clerical and other duties as necessary.
