Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy; Langford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join their team at Forbes Pharmacy - Goldstream in Victoria, BC. This entry-level position involves supporting pharmacists in patient care, maintaining pharmacy organization, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates should preferably have completed a pharmacy assistant program and demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills. The role offers competitive wages, paid vacation, and comprehensive health and dental benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists in providing patient care.
• Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean and organized.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Pharmacy Assistant Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kroll

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our team at Forbes Pharmacy - Goldstream in Victoria, BC.

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, labeling, 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

• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred
• Previous experience within a pharmacy is an asset (on-the-job training will be provided)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software Kroll (training will be provided)
• Ability to stand for long periods and occasional lifting of boxes/containers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development support
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Retail

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