Pharmacy Assistant

Cencora; Regina; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Regina is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support pharmacists in filling prescriptions and maintaining pharmacy records. Candidates should have pharmacy experience and proficiency in Kroll software is a plus. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits focused on wellness, including medical care and family support. Join us in creating healthier futures and making a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Paid parental leave

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• Pharmacy experience is an asset.
• Proficiency in Kroll is advantageous.
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in filling prescriptions with the Pharmacist.
• Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files.
• Prepare and process billing claims.

Skills

Pharmacy Software

Customer Service

Data Entry

Continuous Integration

Compounding Medications

Basic Math

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Kroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions
• Assist patients picking up prescriptions
• Enter scan and process prescriptions using Kroll Pharmacy software
• Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files and computer drives
• Verify that customer receives correct prescription(s)
• Maintain workflow through effective task prioritization and teamwork
• Answer the phone and respond to inquiries from internal and external customers
• Screen telephone calls for the Pharmacist(s)
• Order receive and maintain inventory of medications
• Prepare and process billing claims, disbursements and related documents
• Review invoices or other documentation
• Pack and ship prescription orders according to established protocols
• Maintain pharmacy records
• Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and applicable internal and contractual obligations
• Assist in general housekeeping and administrative duties
• Complete other duties and tasks as required from time to time
• May be required to be on standby/on call as part of this role

Education

• High school diploma preferred

Experience

• Pharmacy experience an asset
• Proficiency in Kroll an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Organized with the ability to multi‑task and maintain accuracy
• Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Bilingualism French/English is an asset

Skills

• Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Previous experience in cold‑chain distribution an asset
• Previous experience with biological and/or cytotoxic medication and sterile preparation an asset
• Excellent problem‑solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office programs
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs as part of job duties

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation benefits and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members ability to live with purpose. In addition to traditional offerings such as medical, dental and vision care, we also offer a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on the physical, emotional, financial and social aspects of wellness. This includes support for working families—backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family‑building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave—as well as training programs, professional development resources, mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities and more.

Full‑time position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals; therefore harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non‑discriminatory.

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment. We accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.

Affiliated Companies

Innomar Strategies

Key Skills

• Continuous Integration
• LTC Pharmacy
• Data Entry
• Customer Service
• Pharmacy Software
• Basic Math
• Computer Skills
• Detailing
• Pharmacy Technician Experience
• Order Entry
• Compounding Medications
• Troubleshooting

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