Pharmacy Intern, Managed Care (Vancouver)

As a valued member of an innovative Western Canadian company, our pharmacy teams are passionate about helping our customers and communities embrace healthier lifestyles by delivering quality, patient-centred care. Become an integral part of your community, where your commitment to healthy living makes a difference every day. A division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., Save-On-Foods is certified a Great Place to Work®.

We are hiring for a Pharmacy Intern in their 2nd or 3rd year to support our Managed Care division in the Greater Vancouver region.

Reporting to the Manager, Managed Care, you will be involved in developing, coordinating, and executing pharmacy programs for pharmacists, patients, and other relevant stakeholders. You will gain experience in marketing, pharmacy operations, and clinical practice. You will work 16-20 hours per week.

You must currently be enrolled in a Faculty of Pharmacy at an accredited University.

You will be responsible for: 

• Assisting in developing communication materials to promote health and wellness programs and initiatives, and assisting in developing advertising/promotional tools, where applicable.
• Working directly with the public in selected clinical programs under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Assisting in supporting and implementing care plans, vaccination services, and chronic disease management programs, including medication management services.
• Supporting the day-to-day pharmacy retail operations and clinical stores at select retail pharmacy locations within your region.
• Coordinating and participating in community and in-store health promotional events.

You have: 

• You must currently be enrolled in a Faculty of Pharmacy at an accredited University and completed your 2nd or 3rd year of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Strong communication, writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft desktop applications.
• Kroll computer system experience.
• A good knowledge base of pharmaceutical topics, including chronic diseases and vaccinations.
• The ability to travel frequently throughout your assigned region.

Here are some of the perks we have to offer:

• Get paid every Friday!
• Exclusive team member offers and discounts.
• Opportunities for career advancement into clinical positions.

Compensation Details:

$20.00 - $28.00

The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.

Join our Team!

Come be part of an energetic and inclusive team where we work together to have fun and achieve our goals.  If you are a positive, customer-focused individual, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!