Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Burnaby Square Pharmacy in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team. The role involves supporting pharmacists, greeting customers, and handling prescription tasks under supervision, with shifts including Fridays and Saturdays.

Applicants should have 1–3 years retail pharmacy experience, be proficient with Kroll, and understand Pharmacare billing. Strong teamwork, organization, and communication skills are essential for daily operations and patient care.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Strong accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry using Kroll.
• Understanding of Pharmacare/insurance billing processes.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to thrive in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in patient care.
• Greet customers and answer phone calls professionally.
• Enter, label, and package prescriptions under supervision.
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications.
• Receive and stock medications; monitor inventory levels.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and dispose of hazardous waste per regulations.
• Perform clerical tasks; assist with insurance claims and transfers.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kroll

Communication

Organization

Education

Pharmacy Assistant program

Job description

7885 6th St #107, Burnaby, BC V3N 3N4, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Burnaby Square Pharmacy is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our teamin Burnaby, British Columbia.

Patient Focused Care Responsibilities:

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
• Greet customers and answer phone calls in a professional manner
• Assist with entering, labelling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
• Accurately count, measure, and package medications according to established protocols
• Receive and stock medication and supply shipments, monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and support inventory audits
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized; safely dispose of expired medications and hazardous waste in accordance with regulations
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and assist with insurance claims and prescription transfers
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy setting, with a foundational understanding of pharmacy operations and business practices.
• Highly skilled in the use of Kroll, with strong accuracy and efficiency in prescription data entry.
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of Pharmacare/insurance billing processes and clinical services flagging.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Schedule:

• 15 hours per week (Part-time)
• The regular shifts for this position are Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Who We Are:

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. Our 300+ locations from coast to coast are united by one priority: our patients! We strive to uphold each pharmacy's tradition of providing outstanding patient care by offering accessible healthcare with a personal touch of kindness in each community we serve. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in helping our employees realize their career goals.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

7885 6th St #107, Burnaby, BC V3N 3N4, Canada