Summary Pharmacy Assistant in the South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a pharmacy assistant. The following information is applicable to all Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants (NOC 33103).
Description
Pharmacy technical assistants perform technical tasks related to preparing medications under a pharmacist’s supervision. They also assist in filling prescriptions and managing patient files. Pharmacy assistants perform clerical functions and assists pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with drug dispensing tasks. Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants are employed in retail and hospital pharmacies, long-term care facilities and by pharmaceutical manufacturers.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$17.91/hour
Median wage in the South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region
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Jobs
6 jobs
advertised in Newfoundland and Labrador
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Competencies
- Oral Communication: Active Listening
- Coordinating
- Monitoring
- Management of Material Resources
- Quality Control Testing
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