Pharmacy Assistant

Primacorp Ventures; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Primacorp Ventures operates a community pharmacy focused on seniors care and assisted living, offering comprehensive medication management and clinical services. This Pharmacy Assistant role supports the Pharmacy Manager in day-to-day operations, patient records, and inventory controls while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient workflow.

Candidates should have a pharmacy assistant/technician diploma and 2–3 years of experience, with proficiency in Kroll software, Office apps, and EHR

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in a Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician program (required).
• 2–3 years of pharmacy experience, preferably in a community or hospital setting.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle.
• Familiarity with Kroll software, Office apps, and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pharmacy Manager in daily administrative tasks.
• Coordinate pharmacy operations to ensure efficient workflow and compliance.
• Receive, verify, and organize prescriptions and patient information.
• Enter and maintain patient records in pharmacy software.
• Assist with prescription preparation under pharmacist supervision.
• Monitor inventory and assist with orders and supplier coordination.
• Maintain dispensary cleanliness and organized documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Pharmacy assistant/tech diploma

Tools

Kroll pharmacy software

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

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About US
At Sage Medical Center, a subsidiary of Primacorp Ventures, we provide a comprehensive range of healthcare services tailored to your unique needs. Our mission is to ensure your well-being through compassionate care, convenience, and affordability, making quality healthcare accessible and stress‑free. We are a community pharmacy with a dedicated focus on seniors care and assisted living, providing comprehensive medication management to residents across retirement homes and supportive living communities. Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary care team alongside physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, our clinical services include compliance packaging, MedsChecks, minor ailments assessments, and vaccine administration. We are looking for a pharmacist who shares our commitment to clinical excellence in seniors living.

Position: Pharmacy Assistant
Reports to: Pharmacy Manager
Salary: $20 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Location: 102-245 E Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W4 102-245 E Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W4

Your Day-to-Day

• Support the Pharmacy Manager in day-to-day administrative and operational activities.


• Assist in coordinating pharmacy operations to ensure efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and excellent patient service.


• Receive prescriptions and verify completeness, including patient information, prescriber details, insurance coverage, and special instructions.


• Accurately enter and maintain patient records using pharmacy software systems.


• Assist with prescription preparation under pharmacist supervision, including 7-point checks, visual verification, and DIN checks.


• Monitor and maintain inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of prescription medications, OTC products, medical supplies, and clinic supplies.


• Prepare and submit purchase orders for medications, pharmacy products, and operational supplies.


• Coordinate with wholesalers, suppliers, and vendors regarding orders, deliveries, shortages, backorders, and returns.


• Receive, unpack, verify, and organize incoming inventory shipments.


• Conduct regular inventory counts, reconcile discrepancies, and support inventory audits.


• Monitor product expiry dates, remove expired products, and maintain proper stock rotation practices.


• Support pharmacy procurement activities and assist in identifying cost‑saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dispensary, including cleaning equipment, workstations, and storage areas.


• Organize and maintain prescriptions, invoices, purchase records, inventory reports, and other pharmacy documentation.


• Support OTC operations, including product ordering, merchandising, stocking shelves, inventory management, and cashier duties.


• Assist with general office administration, vendor communications, and operational projects as assigned.


• Communicate effectively with pharmacists, healthcare providers, suppliers, and team members to support a patient‑centered environment.

What You Bring to the Table

• Diploma or Certificate in a Pharmacy Assistant or Pharmacy Technician program from a recognized institution (required).


• 2-3 years of pharmacy experience, preferably in a community or hospital pharmacy setting.


• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.


• Strong understanding of pharmacy operations, inventory management, procurement processes, and regulatory requirements.


• Experience with ordering medications, supplies, and inventory control systems is considered a strong asset.


• Excellent organizational, administrative, and communication skills.


• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.


• Proficiency with Kroll pharmacy software is required, along with Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record (EHR) systems.


• Reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.


• Experience supporting pharmacy management and operational functions is highly desirable.

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