Pharmacy technician
A rewarding and accessible career!
Are you interested in the health field? Do you enjoy interacting with people? Are you excited by the thought of new challenges? Why not become a lab technician at Jean Coutu?
Pharmacy technician
A rewarding and accessible career!
Are you interested in the health field? Do you enjoy interacting with people? Are you excited by the thought of new challenges? Why not become a lab technician at Jean Coutu?
Anyone 18 years of age or older can work as a pharmacy technician, either full-time or part-time: customized training is provided after hiring.
What is needed is an ability to communicate with people, attention to detail and an interest in learning! Although a Pharmacy Technical Assistant (PTA) diploma is an asset, it is not a necessity.
Pick the most convenient option :
You can also apply online for the stores in which you are interested.
Find out about the numerous laboratory technician* job opportunities available in your area or go to a Jean Coutu store.
Offered during work periods, training lasts 130 hours in total. It combines online and classroom learning, self-study and practical work. It covers a minimum of 20 weeks for full-time technicians and 30 weeks for part-time employees. This flexible training allows everyone to progress at their own pace.
The formula? There are 5 different courses covering, among other things, specific aspects of customer service and the operation of the RxPro prescription management software. In addition to a theoretical component, each course includes several exercises and practical missions in the pharmacy. The pharmacy technician can also count on a technician-coach who will ensure that the training goes smoothly.
At the end of the training, the technician receives a certification.
*Some conditions apply.
You may change the store at any time.