Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Port Elgin; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental

Career growth support

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy is seeking Full-Time Pharmacy Assistants to join Pharmasave Wardrop in Port Elgin, Ontario. You will support pharmacists and technicians, greet customers, and help with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under supervision.

Open hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–4:00 pm, with occasional Saturdays. Competitive wages and benefits are provided to support career growth and development.

Qualifications

• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is preferred.
• Previous experience working as a pharmacy assistant is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll (data entry) is required.

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.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacy assistant program

Tools

Kroll (data entry)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is looking for Full-Time Pharmacy Assistants to join our team at Pharmasave Wardrop in Port Elgin, Ontario.

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 working as a pharmacy assistant is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Kroll (data entry) is required
• 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

Schedule

• Pharmacy hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Open availability required, with flexibility to work occasional Saturdays

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 Pharmacyis 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.