Pharmacy Assistant

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Smithers; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health & dental benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc. is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Assistant at our Smithers, BC location. The role involves assisting pharmacists, greeting customers, handling prescriptions, and supporting daily store operations. The candidate should be able to stand for long periods and work flexible hours including weekends.

We offer paid vacation and comprehensive health and dental benefits, with opportunities for career growth within Canada's largest community pharmacy network.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail pharmacy preferred.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in providing high-quality patient care
• Greet customers and answer phone calls professionally
• Assist with entering, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under supervision
• Count, measure and package medications according to procedures
• Receive and stock medication and supplies, monitor inventory
• Keep the area clean and dispose of expired medications safely
• Perform clerical tasks and assist with insurance claims and transfers
• Support daily pharmacy operations and other duties as assigned

Job description

3752 4 Ave, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Pharmasave #105 (Pharmasave - 4th Avenue) is looking for a full-time Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Smithers, British Columbia.

Compensation listed is a starting point only and will be determined based on the candidate's experience.

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:

• Experience as a Pharmacy Assistant in a retail pharmacy with a preliminary understanding of the pharmacy business is preferred.
• Completion of a pharmacy assistant program is an asset.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmacy software Kroll (training will be provided).
• 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:

• 40 hours per week (Full-time)
• The store is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• The regular shifts will be on weekdays, with occasional weekend flexibility as needed.
• 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.

3752 4 Ave, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0, Canada